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To joke, tease, or mess around, often at someone's expense.
Example

Dem dey cruise you, no vex.

Admin 26 July 2026
A romantic partner or side lover kept discreetly.
Example

Him get code for that side.

Admin 26 July 2026

Africtionary is an online dictionary dedicated to African slang. It aims to document and preserve the diverse and evolving language of the African continent.
Example

I found the definition on Africtionary.

Admin 14 March 2025
Prostitute, escort
Example

"That girl na olosho." Meaning "That girl is a prostitute"

Admin 19 November 2024

Abeg simply means Please. Its a word derived from "I beg"
Example

Abeg, give me money.

Admin 19 November 2024
Yawa is a slang for problem or trouble.
Example

"That girl na yawa" meaning That is trouble.

Admin 19 November 2024

a casual , playful relationship with a short term view. usually referring to cheating
Example

Eddie ojola with everyone

Admin 11 November 2024

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