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Definitions of "Lak"


1. Lak


English Translation

Lock


Definition

To secure with a lock


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi lak di door before mi leff.
English: I locked the door before I left.


Related Words

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



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