Macca

[mak-kah]

Definition

Thorns, prickles, or plant spines.

Example Sentences

Patois:
A big macca stick inna mi slipper bottom.
English:
A big thorn stuck into the bottom of my slipper.

Patois:
Watch out fi di macca bush when yuh a walk.
English:
Watch out for the thorn bushes when you are walking.

Usage Tip

Universal traditional word for sharp plant thorns or prickles.

Patois Synonym: picka
English Synonym: thorn; prickle; spine

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