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    Patwa headword

    Rub-a-dub

    /RUB-uh-DUB/

    Noun
    Gloss
    "Early dancehall style"
    Definition
    A foundational style of reggae/dancehall music and dancing from the late 70s and 80s.
    Example
    "Dem a play some classic rub-a-dub."
    Origin
    Descriptive of the rhythmic dancing.

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