What does Poro society mean?

Men's secret society (Traditional group) For example: "Poro society meeting! (Men's society meeting!)"

Where does the slang word Poro society come from?

Poro society is a slang term from Liberia. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Liberia and across Africa.

Poro society

🇱🇷 Liberia Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Men's secret society (Traditional group)

"Poro society meeting! (Men's society meeting!)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇱🇷 Liberia
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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