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    Patwa headword

    Bankra

    /BANK-rah/

    Noun
    Gloss
    "Large basket"
    Definition
    A large, woven basket made from thatch or straw, used for carrying market produce.
    Example
    "Carry di yam inna di bankra."
    Origin
    Twi origin (bonkara).

    Bankra is a rural word in Patwa, closely related to Crocus-bag. Translate it into a full sentence with the Jamaican Patois translator, or explore more entries in the lexicon index.