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   duppy

   /ˈdʌpi/

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   • 1. a malevolent spirit or ghost. West Indian

   Word Origin late 18th century: probably of West African origin.

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   Where does the word duppy come from?

   • A duppy can be either the manifestation (in human or animal form) of the soul of a dead person, or a malevolent supernatural being. But the word duppy more likely originates from the Ga language as most of the African folklore and culture in Jamaica comes from the Ashanti people (a similar Kwa speaking people also from Ghana).

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   What does Duppy mean in the Caribbean?

   • Duppy, a word of African origin, is commonly used in various Caribbean islands, including The Bahamas, Barbados, and Jamaica. It means ghost or spirit and is sometimes spelled duffy. Much of Caribbean folklore revolves around duppy, and it is a significant part of the region’s cultural heritage.

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   Is Duppy singular or plural?

   • It is both singular and plural. Much of Caribbean folklore revolves around duppy. Duppy are generally regarded as malevolent spirits who bring misfortune and woe on those they set upon. They are said to mostly come out and haunt people at night, and people from around the islands claim to have seen them.

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   What is a duppy in African mythology?

   • Duppy is a term that originated in Central Africa and is part of Bantu folklore. The word “duppy” is derived from the Kikongo word “mpundu” which means “spirit of the dead”. In African mythology, a duppy is either the manifestation of the soul of a dead person or a malevolent supernatural being.

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3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › DuppyDuppy - Wikipedia

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   Duppy is a word of African origin meaning ghost or spirit, used in various Caribbean islands. It can be the soul of a dead person or a malevolent supernatural being, and is often associated with folklore and Obeah.

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   Duppy definition: a spirit or ghost. See examples of DUPPY used in a sentence.

5. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishDUPPY definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Duppy is a Caribbean word for a spirit or ghost, probably of African origin. Learn how to pronounce it, see sentences and usage trends, and find synonyms and related words.

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   Duppy is a term for ghost or spirit in Caribbean folklore, especially in Jamaica. Learn about its origins, beliefs, practices, and stories of duppies in this article.

7. www.definitions.net › definition › duppyWhat does duppy mean? - Definitions.net

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   Duppy is a Caribbean word meaning ghost or spirit. Learn about its origin, pronunciation, examples, and translations in this comprehensive dictionary page.

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   Apr 8, 2024 · duppy is a word for a ghost or spirit in Caribbean and Jamaican English. It may also mean to kill or to excel in Jamaican Creole.

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   A duppy is a haunting spirit of the dead in West Indian folklore, often malevolent and immaterial. Learn more about the word history, etymology, and usage of duppy from Merriam-Webster dictionary.