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Meaning of JERKIN

Pronunciation:  'jurkin

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  a tight sleeveless and collarless jacket (often made of leather) worn by men in former times
 
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 See Also: jacket

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
  1. \Jer"kin\, n. [Dim. of D. jurk a frock.]
    A jacket or short coat; a close waistcoat. --Shak.
    
  2. \Jer"kin\, n. (Zo["o]l.)
    A male gyrfalcon.
    
 

 

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