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Rastas

Definition:

Rastas refer to a religious and cultural movement that emerged in Jamaica in the 1930s, characterized by a belief in the divinity of Emperor Haile Selassie of Ethiopia and a strong emphasis on social justice, African pride, and the spiritual use of marijuana.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun
• Adjective

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

1. A follower or adherent of the Rastafari movement.
Example: Bob Marley was one of the most famous rastas.
2. The hairstyle associated with Rastafarianism, featuring long, matted, or dreadlocked hair.
Example: He grew out his hair into rastas after converting to the Rastafari faith.
3. Plural form of the term "rasta" used to refer to multiple individuals who identify as Rastafarians.
Example: The concert was attended by hundreds of rastas from all over the world.

Adjective:

1. Pertaining to or associated with the Rastafarian movement and its beliefs and practices.
Example: The reggae band played a rastas-inspired tune during their performance.

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• Rastafari Books
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