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jane

1

[ jeyn ]

noun

Slang.
  1. a girl or woman.


Jane

2

[ jeyn ]

noun

  1. a female given name: derived from John.

jane

/ ɪ /

noun

  1. slang.
    a girl or woman
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Word History and Origins

Origin of jane1

An Americanism dating back to 1905–10; generic use of the proper name
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Example Sentences

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Jane from Norfolk told the BBC she is on an RTS meter and does not want a smart meter but feels as if she is being forced into getting one.

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Actor Jack Lowden has said he likes the idea of "breaking down barriers" by being a ginger Mr Darcy in a new adaptation of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice.

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Jane Millichip, CEO of Bafta, said: "Kirsty's dedication is unwavering when it comes to telling the stories that really matter."

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Petchey was sat in her box alongside Raducanu's long-time ally Jane O'Donoghue, regularly offering praise and encouragement at crucial junctures.

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The dollar is also the main currency used in international trade, with around half of world trade invoices done in US dollars, says Jane Foley.

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