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fas
What does fas mean?
Overly interested in matters that don't concern you; presumptuous. Also 'fasty' (impertinent).
"Don't be so fas, that is grown people business."
Origin
Caribbean English, clipped from 'fast' (forward/presumptuous).
Frequently asked questions
What does fas mean in Caribbean slang?
Fas means nosy, meddling or forward, describing someone overly interested in business that doesn't concern them.
Where does the word fas come from?
It's clipped from 'fast', in the sense of being forward or presumptuous.
What is the difference between fas and fasty?
They're closely related; 'fasty' leans more toward impertinent or cheeky, while 'fas' emphasises being nosy and meddling.
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