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rumshop
What does rumshop mean?
A modest local drinking establishment, hub of village liming and gossip. Also rum shop.
"The men gather at the rumshop every evening to play dominoes."
Origin
Caribbean; 'rum' + 'shop'; institution of Bajan and Trini village life.
Frequently asked questions
What is a rumshop?
It's a small neighbourhood bar in the Caribbean that sells rum and other drinks and serves as a social hub for the village.
What do people do at a rumshop?
They lime (hang out), drink, talk politics and gossip, and play games like dominoes.
Where are rumshops found?
They're a fixture of village life across the Caribbean, especially in Barbados and Trinidad.
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