noun
General Slang
star
STAAR · noun · informal
Term of affection for a friend — 'mate'
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Definitions
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A friendly address for a friend or acquaintance conveying camaraderie, like 'mate' or 'pal'.
“Easy star, everyting cool.”
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star In A Sentence
Easy star, everyting cool.
Origin & Usage
Jamaican Patois affectionate usage of English 'star'.
Variants
staar
People Also Ask
What does 'star' mean in Jamaican slang?
It's a friendly way to address a friend or acquaintance, much like 'mate' or 'pal.'
Where does calling someone 'star' come from?
It's an affectionate Jamaican Patois use of the English word 'star', treating the other person as someone valued.
How do you use 'star' as a greeting?
Tack it onto a casual line to a friend: 'Easy star, everyting cool.'
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