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Strong seasonal winds that occur during the months of December and January
christophene
Chayote. Edible pear shaped green vegetable of the squash family. The vegetable bears on vines and comes in smooth skinned and prickly skinned varieti
chuck
To push
chula
A wood burning outdoor stove constructed from dirt.
chulo
A round fruit about the size of a tennis ball. It has a glossy leathery skin that is either green, purple, or some combination of the two colours. Ins
chulo man
A pimp.
chumba
A traditional dance form usually performed solo by Garifuna women.
chunkay
The process of sauteeing
chupid
Stupid.
chupidee
Foolish person
chupit
Stupid.
chups
A sucking noise made with the tongue pressed against the teeth used to express annoyance, frustration, or contempt.
churail
The evil spirit of a woman who died during childbirth
chutney
A type of sweet and spicy condiment that is used like salsa. They often contain significant amounts of fresh green chili peppers. Other main ingredien
chwal
One who is possessed by a loa (spirit) during a Vodou ritual.
ciguita
A small bird with a bright yellow underbelly. The wings and back are black with small white markings.
cilantro ancho
Mexican Coriander. Eryngium foetidum is a tropical perennial and annual herb in the family Apiaceae used for seasoning and marinating food.
cilantro de monte
Mexican Coriander. Eryngium foetidum is a tropical perennial and annual herb in the family Apiaceae used for seasoning and marinating food.
cilantro sabanero
Mexican Coriander. Eryngium foetidum is a tropical perennial and annual herb in the family Apiaceae used for seasoning and marinating food.
claat
To strike viciously or savagely
claffy
Idiot or simpleton; A stupid person
clamoon
Idiot or simpleton; A stupid person
clap
To beat or to spank
clap roti
A roti made with butter, usually ghee. Oil is rubbed on both sides, then it is cooked on a tawah. This gives the roti a crisp outside. When it almost
clappas
Firecrackers. Small explosive devices used for noise-making.
class
To insult, humiliate by saying negative things about someone
clean clean
Anything done to perfection.
clear
Light or fair skinned. Having light brown skin.
Clear conscience sleep a tunda
Those with a clear conscience can sleep well through the stormiest nights
clear skin
A light skinned, but not white, person.