noun
General Slang
mannish water
MAN-ish-WAA-ta · noun · informal
Spicy goat-head soup (said to boost virility)
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A hearty goat-head (and offal) soup, reputed to be an aphrodisiac and served at celebrations.
“Dem bwoil a big pot a mannish water fi di party.”
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mannish water In A Sentence
Dem bwoil a big pot a mannish water fi di party.
Origin & Usage
Jamaican Patois; 'mannish' referencing its virility reputation.
Variants
manish water
People Also Ask
What is mannish water?
It's a hearty Jamaican soup made from goat's head and offal, traditionally served at celebrations.
Why is it called mannish water?
The name references its reputation as an aphrodisiac said to boost a man's virility.
When is mannish water served?
It's often served at parties, weddings and other celebrations, sometimes as a starter.
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