Meaning
A small amount of money — small change, a little cash, or a modest tip or 'gift' given for a small favour. 'Gi mi a smalls' asks for a little money; 'run a smalls' means hand over a bit of cash. It marks money that is minor but still welcome, and is often what you tip a loader, a helper, or a youth for a quick errand.
Examples
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Gi di likkle bwoy a smalls fi watch di car.
Give the little boy a little money to watch the car.
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Mi only have a smalls pon mi.
I only have a little cash on me.
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Run a smalls fi di ductor.
Hand over a little money for the conductor.
Origin
From 'small' (money); a little cash or tip. See [[paper]], [[bruk-pocket]].
How it’s used
A little money / small change / a tip. See [[paper]], [[loada]].