Meaning
A slang name for Jamaica, especially in reggae and dancehall and among the diaspora — 'Jamdown' (or 'Jamdung'), playing on 'Jamaica' with 'down' (down home, down yard). Like 'Jamrock' and 'the Rock', it is a proud, affectionate word for the island. 'Straight from Jamdown' asserts authentic Jamaican roots.
Examples
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Dis riddim come straight from Jamdown.
This riddim comes straight from Jamaica.
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Big up everybody inna Jamdown.
Respect to everyone in Jamaica.
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Mi a Jamdown to di bone.
I'm Jamaican to the bone.
Origin
A slang blend of 'Jamaica' + 'down' (down home); a name for the island. See [[jamrock]], [[the-rock]].
How it’s used
Reggae/diaspora slang for Jamaica ('Jamdung'). See [[jamrock]], [[the-rock]].