General
criss
What does criss mean?
Crisp, fresh, brand-new or of excellent quality. Also spelled cris.
"Him just buy a criss new car."
Origin
Jamaican Patois, from English 'crisp'.
Frequently asked questions
What does criss mean?
Criss means crisp, fresh, brand-new or of excellent quality in Jamaican Patois.
Where does the word criss come from?
It comes from the English word 'crisp', shortened and reshaped in Patois.
How do you use criss in a sentence?
You might say 'him just buy a criss new car', meaning a shiny brand-new car.
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