noun
duppy
Duppy (noun) means a ghost or spirit, often appearing in the form of a dog barking or howling through the night.
noun
1
A ghost or spirit, often appearing in the form of a dog barking or howling through the night.
2
A drawn game of noughts and crosses (in Jamaica tii-taa-tuo).
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Etymology
Jamaica, circa 18th century. From Bube dupe (“ghost”) (compare Akan adɔpe).
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What is the meaning of duppy?
"duppy" (noun) means a ghost or spirit, often appearing in the form of a dog barking or howling through the night.
What are the different meanings of duppy?
"duppy" has 2 main meanings: 1. A ghost or spirit, often appearing in the form of a dog barking or howling through the night; 2. A drawn game of noughts and crosses (in Jamaica tii-taa-tuo).