Synonyms for jake

Grammar : Noun

Spell : jeyk

Phonetic Transcription : dʒeɪk

Top 10 synonyms for jake

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Définition of jake

Origin : colloquial or familiar abbreviation of the masc. proper name Jacob (q.v.). As the typical name of a rustic lout, from 1854. (Jakey still is the typical name for "an Amishman" among the non-Amish of Pennsylvania Dutch country). Slang meaning "excellent, fine" is from 1914, American English, of unknown origin.

As in rube : noun redneck
As in clown : noun stupid, ignorant person

Example sentences :

You go to him, Jake, or wait till he sends for you, an' you'll find out all about it.
Extract from : « Thoroughbreds » by W. A. Fraser

Jake drew his revolver and fired, but the only effect was fully to alarm her.
Extract from : « Johnny Bear » by E. T. Seton

Jake now heard on all sides that the Coyotes were getting worse.
Extract from : « Johnny Bear » by E. T. Seton

Jake cared little about the loss, but was filled with indignation against the thief.
Extract from : « Johnny Bear » by E. T. Seton

But when about seven miles were covered Jake succeeded in catching him.
Extract from : « Johnny Bear » by E. T. Seton

As soon as they were out of sight Jake took up the white-feather trail.
Extract from : « Johnny Bear » by E. T. Seton

At a second glance Jake noticed that the Horse was trailing the rope.
Extract from : « Johnny Bear » by E. T. Seton

It was grey, and it looked like this: and even Jake knew that that meant Coyote.
Extract from : « Johnny Bear » by E. T. Seton

She followed cautiously, and under a butte far from the Hen she found Jake's camp.
Extract from : « Johnny Bear » by E. T. Seton

Jake followed as far as he could and fired at each chance, but scored no hit.
Extract from : « Johnny Bear » by E. T. Seton

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