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    Patwa headword

    Science

    /SY-ens/

    Noun
    Gloss
    "Witchcraft / Obeah"
    Definition
    A euphemism for Obeah, black magic, or spiritual rituals.
    Example
    "Dem say him a work science pan her."
    Origin
    Euphemistic shift from 'science' (knowledge).

    Science often turns up alongside Obeah in Patwa conversation. Look up both in the lexicon index, and use the Jamaican Patois translator whenever you're ready to build a full sentence.