Carry-go-bring-come

[kar-ry-goh-bring-cum]

Definition

A gossip, tale-bearer, or busybody who spreads rumors between people.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Mind who yuh talk to, dat girl a carry-go-bring-come.
English:
Mind who you talk to, that girl is a gossip.

Patois:
Nuh bring yuh carry-go-bring-come news to mi yard.
English:
Don't bring your tale-bearing gossip to my home.

Usage Tip

Describes someone who takes secrets from one person and spreads them to another to cause conflict.

Patois Synonym: labba-mouth; su-su
English Synonym: gossip; tale-bearer; newsmonger

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