General
bald head
What does bald head mean?
A person without dreadlocks; in Rasta usage, often someone aligned with 'Babylon' rather than the faith.
"Bald head nuh understand di livity."
Origin
Rastafarian term contrasting with 'dread'.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'bald head' mean in Rasta terms?
It means a person without dreadlocks, and in Rasta usage often implies someone aligned with 'Babylon' rather than the faith.
Is 'bald head' literal?
Not necessarily — it refers to anyone without locks, whatever their actual hair, in contrast to a 'dread'.
Is 'bald head' an insult?
It can be dismissive, marking someone as outside the Rastafarian livity, though it is not always hostile.
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