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    Patwa headword

    Hot-stepper

    /HAWT-step-ah/

    Noun
    Gloss
    "Fugitive / Smooth criminal"
    Definition
    A fugitive on the run from the law, or a very smooth, dangerous street figure.
    Example
    "Here comes the hot-stepper."
    Origin
    Popularized by Ini Kamoze's song.

    Hot-stepper is a cultural word in Patwa, closely related to Shotta. Translate it into a full sentence with the Jamaican Patois translator, or explore more entries in the lexicon index.