Poppy-show

Definition

A laughing stock; someone or something that is ridiculous and embarrassing.

Example Sentences:

Patois: Di way him a act, him mek himself a poppy-show.
English: The way he’s acting, he’s making himself a laughing stock.

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Other Patois Terms:

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Wuk

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