What does jenny mean?
Jenny means A device for spinning thread from fiber onto multiple spindles (also called spinning jenny)..
Jenny
/ˈd͡ʒɛni/ · noun
Meaning
A device for spinning thread from fiber onto multiple spindles (also called spinning jenny)..
Definitions by Sense
- A device for spinning thread from fiber onto multiple spindles (also called spinning jenny).
- A female creature of certain kinds:
- A catmill.
- In billiards and similar games, a powerful follow shot with plenty of topspin.
- To wind finished lace onto cards ready for sale.
Example Sentences
Cream's potting had been extraordinary, extraordinary, I remember, said Goff. I never saw anything like it. We were watching breathless, as he set himself for a long thin jenny, with the black of all balls.
Synonyms for jenny
Antonyms for jenny
Related Words
Word Forms
- jennies
- Jenny
- jennying
- jennied
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for jenny?
Common synonyms include jennet, jenny ass.
What is the opposite of jenny?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use jenny in a sentence?
Cream's potting had been extraordinary, extraordinary, I remember, said Goff. I never saw anything like it. We were watching breathless, as he set himself for a long thin jenny, with the black of all balls.
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