Stepping-razor

[step-ping-ray-zor]

Definition

A dangerous, sharp, formidable person who should not be provoked.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Him flex like a stepping-razor, nobody nuh mess wid him.
English:
He moves like a dangerous character, nobody mess with him.

Patois:
Peter Tosh sing "I'm a stepping-razor, don't watch my size."
English:
Peter Tosh sang "I'm a stepping razor, don't watch my size."

Usage Tip

Popularized by Peter Tosh's famous song, metaphorically describing someone formidable and sharp despite appearances.

Patois Synonym: badman
English Synonym: formidable person; dangerous character

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