Box

[baks]

Definition

To slap someone in the face or head with an open hand.

Example Sentences

Patois:
If yuh disrespect mi grandmother mi will box yuh.
English:
If you disrespect my grandmother I will slap you.

Patois:
Him get a box inna him face fi him fresh attitude.
English:
He got a slap across his face for his rude attitude.

Usage Tip

Refers specifically to slapping someone with an open palm.

Patois Synonym: slap
English Synonym: slap; cuff

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