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    Patwa headword

    Cris

    /KRIS/

    Adjective
    Gloss
    "Crisp / Excellent"
    Definition
    Clean, brand new, stylish, or in very good condition.
    Example
    "Yuh sneakers look cris." — "Your sneakers look brand new."
    Origin
    Patois abbreviation of 'crisp'.

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