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    Patwa headword

    Busha

    /BUSH-ah/

    Noun
    Gloss
    "Overseer / Boss"
    Definition
    Historically a plantation overseer; now used colloquially for a boss, manager, or someone who acts overly authoritative.
    Example
    "Yes, busha, mi will do it right now."
    Origin
    Derived from 'overseer' (obisha -> busha).

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