General
maga
What does maga mean?
Very thin or skinny. 'Maga dog' = a scrawny mongrel.
"Yuh look maga, yuh nah eat?"
Origin
Jamaican Patois, from English 'meagre'.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'maga' mean in Patois?
It means very thin or skinny, and comes from the English word 'meagre'.
What is a 'maga dog'?
It is a scrawny, undernourished mongrel dog — the phrase also appears in Jamaican proverbs and songs.
How is 'maga' spelled?
It is written as 'maga' and sometimes 'mawga', reflecting the pronunciation.
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