Lick-shot

[lik-shat]

Definition

Sound of gunshots fired in dancehall celebration; expression of hype/excitement.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Di DJ cause lick-shot inna di party when him drop di dubplate.
English:
The DJ created wild excitement in the party when he played the dubplate.

Patois:
Lick-shot fi di champion team!
English:
Celebratory salute for the winning team!

Usage Tip

Dancehall cheer imitating gunshot salutes historically used to celebrate a killer song rewind.

Patois Synonym: pull up
English Synonym: dancehall cheer; celebratory salute

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