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Definitions of "Backfoot" (Slang)


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Definition

Slang term used as an expression of surprise


Example Sentences

Patois: Backfoot! Him jus drop off di ledda
English: Wow! He just fell of the ladder


Related Words

All fruits ripe , Babylon , Baxide , Bad like yaz ,



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