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Definitions of "Irie" (Slang)

Spelling Variations : iree,


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Definition

Rasta slang use to describe when one is feeling good; everything is alright


Example Sentences

(patois) Man1: “How yu feeling?” Man2: “Mi irie”
(english) Man1: “How are you feeling?” Man2: “I’m good”


Related Words

Babylon , Ball head , Blessed , Bobo dread ,



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