Call-name

[kahl-naym]

Definition

To speak disparagingly, gossip, or accuse someone publicly by name.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Nuh come inna di village a call-name pon people.
English:
Don't come into the village throwing accusations/gossiping about people by name.

Patois:
She get vex because dem call-name inna di argument.
English:
She got angry because they brought her name up disparagingly in the argument.

Usage Tip

Refers to mentioning someone's name in a malicious gossip or public dispute context.

Patois Synonym: labrish
English Synonym: gossip; slander; accuse

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