Foot-loose

[fut-loos]

Definition

Restless, prone to wandering, or constantly roaming the streets.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Dat boy too foot-loose, him never stay home fi one hour.
English:
That boy is too restless, he never stays home for an hour.

Patois:
Being foot-loose will make yuh buck up inna trouble.
English:
Being constantly roaming will cause you to run into trouble.

Usage Tip

Describes an individual who cannot sit still and is constantly out on the streets.

Patois Synonym: hot-foot
English Synonym: restless; roaming; wandering

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