General
peenywally
What does peenywally mean?
A firefly or luminous flying beetle. Also 'peeny-wally'.
"Di peenywally dem a light up di bush."
Origin
Jamaican Patois expressive word for firefly.
Frequently asked questions
What is a 'peenywally'?
It is the Jamaican word for a firefly or luminous flying beetle that glows in the dark.
How do you spell 'peenywally'?
It is commonly spelled 'peenywally', 'peeny-wally' or 'peenie wallie' — all refer to the same glowing insect.
Is a peenywally the same as a firefly?
Yes — peenywally is the Patois name for a firefly or glow-worm.
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