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    Patwa headword

    Yampi

    /YAM-pee/

    Noun
    Gloss
    "Eye boogers"
    Definition
    Dried mucus found in the corners of the eyes after sleeping.
    Example
    "Wash di yampi outa yuh yeye." — "Wash the sleep out of your eyes."
    Origin
    Origin unknown.

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