Definitions of "Shotta" (Slang)

1. Shotta

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English Translation

Shooter

Definition

A person involved in criminal activities, often with guns

Example Sentences

Patois: Nuh call Shoota name roun' mi.
English: Don't call Shooter's name around me.

Related Words

Blacks , Bigga , Fatah , Peas Head ,

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Other Definitions of "Shotta"

2. Shotta

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English Translation

Criminal, killer or murderer.

Definition

A criminal who usually operates for money.

Example Sentences

Patois: Man a shotta fram wi baan
English: We have been killers since we were born.

Related Words

Hot Steppa , Baby madda , Badman , Bait ,

posted by CongoKalungaGangalee on December 16, 2016

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3. Shotta (Noun)

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English Translation

Gangster

Definition

Slang expression for a thug or gangster. Normally deals with drugs, murder, or other forms of illegal money making activities. The literal translation of shotta is “shooter”.

Example Sentences

Patois: Mi a shotta inna di streets
English: I’m a gangster in the streets

Related Words

Hot Steppa , Baby madda , Badman , Bait ,

posted by anonymous on September 10, 2013

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