Jackanape

//ˈd͡ʒækəneɪp// adj, noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Alternative form of jackanapes. alt-of, alternative

    "Can Iack an Ape be merry vvhen his clog is at his heele."

Adjective
  1. 1
    Of or pertaining to a jackanapes.

    "I will teach a scurvy jackanape priest to meddle or make."

Synonyms

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"I will teach a scurvy jackanape priest to meddle or make."

Etymology

Back-formation from jackanapes.

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