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Definitions of "Dead yard"

Spelling Variations : dead yaad,



1. Dead yard (Noun)


English Translation

Wake


Definition

A social gathering associated with death. A dead yard normally takes place at the house of the deceased (without the body present).


Example Sentences

Patois: Yuh deh guh a Marsha dead yard tonite?
English: Are you going to Marsha’s wake tonight?


Related Words

Enz , Jamdown , Gully , Merika ,




posted by anonymous on October 21, 2013



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