Shotta

[shat-tah]

Definition

A gunman, shooter, or feared street gangster.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Di shotta dem run di back street down a town.
English:
The gunmen control the back streets downtown.

Patois:
Movie depict di life a Kingston shotta dem.
English:
The movie depicts the life of Kingston street gangsters.

Usage Tip

Street slang for a gunman or formidable street enforcer.

Patois Synonym: badman
English Synonym: gunman; shooter; gangster

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