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patty

noun

/ˈpatɪ/

English Definition

a Jamaican patty; a pastry that contains various fillings and spices baked inside a flaky shell, often tinted golden yellow with an egg yolk mixture or turmeric. (Jamaican pastry)

Examples

  • "Dis need 10 more dalla fi buy patty and juice."

    If you want a Jamaican patty and something to drink, you'll need ten dollars extra.

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