Screw

[skroo]

Definition

To frown, look angry, or scowl aggressively.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Why yuh face screw up so dis morning?
English:
Why is your face scowling like that this morning?

Patois:
Him a screw pon everybody who walk pass.
English:
He is frowning at everyone who walks past.

Usage Tip

Refers to making an angry, hostile, or disgusted facial expression ("screw face").

Patois Synonym: vex
English Synonym: scowl; frown; look hostile

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