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Definitions of "Yamabella"


1. Yamabella


English Translation

Silly Female


Definition

A woman who is publicly being made a fool of by their significant other.


Example Sentences

Patois: Him a gi har bun, shi a yamabella
English: He's cheating on her, she's a silly female


Related Words

Hat Steppa , Baby mada , Bad man , Bait ,



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