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    Patwa headword

    Roots

    /ROOTS/

    NounAdjective
    Gloss
    "Foundation / Herbal tonic"
    Definition
    Authentic origins (like roots reggae). Also refers to bitter herbal tonics consumed for health.
    Example
    "Mi a drink some roots fi mi back."
    Origin
    Descriptive of foundations.

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