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Definitions of "Dupes" (Slang)

Spelling Variations : doops,


1. Dupes (Noun)


English Translation

homeboy / friend


Definition

slang use to refer to a close friend


Example Sentences

Patois: Dem vex. All of a sudden everybady tun inna mi dupes.
English: They are angry. All of a sudden everybody wants to become my friend


Related Words

Hot Steppa , Baby madda , Badman , Bait ,



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2. Dupes (Noun)


English Translation

Homeboy


Definition

Slang expression used to refer to a close friend. This term is usually preceded with “mi” as in “mi dupes”.


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi and mi dupes a go a party tonite
English: Me and my homeboy are going to the club tonight


Related Words

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



posted by anonymous on August 5, 2013


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