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gyallis
What does gyallis mean?
A ladies' man; a man who is known for chatting up and getting women.
"He thinks he's a gyallis but he's not."
Origin
Patois 'gyal' (girl) + agentive; adopted into MLE.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'gyallis' mean?
It's slang for a ladies' man — a man known for chatting up and pulling many women.
Where does 'gyallis' come from?
It comes from Jamaican Patois 'gyal' (girl) with an agentive ending, adopted into Multicultural London English.
How do you use 'gyallis'?
Use it for a self-styled ladies' man, e.g. 'He thinks he's a gyallis but he's not.'
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