Meaning
One who conquers duppies (ghosts) — by extension a fearless person who overcomes any threat, evil, or oppressor sent against them. To be a 'duppy conqueror' is to be untouchable by dark forces or enemies. The phrase was burned into reggae history by the Wailers' 1971 hit 'Duppy Conqueror', where it stands for triumph over Babylon and every foe.
Examples
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Mi is a duppy conqueror, nuttn cyaan touch mi.
I'm a duppy conqueror; nothing can touch me.
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Dem try fight him but him a duppy conqueror.
They tried to fight him, but he overcomes every enemy.
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Di song 'Duppy Conqueror' talk bout triumph.
The song 'Duppy Conqueror' is about triumph.
Origin
From [[duppy]] (ghost) + 'conqueror'; popularised worldwide by the Wailers' 1971 song. See [[duppy]], [[babylon]].
How it’s used
One who defeats ghosts/enemies; a fearless overcomer. Iconic from the Wailers' song. See [[duppy]], [[rolling-calf]].