Science

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Definition

Obeah, folk sorcery, or esoteric spiritual manipulation.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Some people believe him a work science pon him enemy.
English:
Some people believe he is practicing folk magic on his enemy.

Patois:
Keep away from any science and obeah business.
English:
Keep away from any esoteric magic and sorcery affairs.

Usage Tip

Euphemistic folk term for obeah or spiritual sorcery ("work science").

Patois Synonym: obeah
English Synonym: folk sorcery; obeah

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