General
yampi
What does yampi mean?
The dried matter that gathers at the eye corners, especially in the morning. Also yampee.
"Wipe the yampi from yuh eye before you go out."
Origin
Caribbean English; of uncertain, likely African origin.
Frequently asked questions
What does yampi mean?
It's the crusty dried mucus that gathers in the corners of your eyes, especially after sleep.
Where does the word yampi come from?
It's Caribbean English of uncertain but likely African origin.
How do you use yampi in a sentence?
For example, 'you have yampi in yuh eye' means you've got sleep crust in the corner of your eye.
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