Definitions of "Bulla"

1. Bulla (Noun)

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Bullas are a traditional Jamaican snack made with flour, molasses, and soda. They are small, flat, round cakes that are known for their sweetness and toughness. Bullas were once very popular, especially among schoolchildren and poor people. They could be bought in every village shop.

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posted by anonymous on November 22, 2023

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2. Bulla (Noun)

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A small round cake made with molasses and flavored with banana or ginger. They are inexpensive and easy to make using molasses, flour and baking soda. They are typically eaten as a snack with cheese or avocado.

Example Sentences

Patois: Mi hungry rite now, a bulla and pear woulda do mi gud
English: I’m hungry right now, a bulla and avocado would do me good

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Ackee , Aile , Bag juice , ilaloo ,

posted by anonymous on February 22, 2014

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