English
Pronunciation
enPR|j�s, IPA|/d��s/
Etymology 1
From ME. ges, from MF. gies, from the plural of jet 'throw', from jeter 'to throw', itself from L. iactare
Noun
en-noun|es
- context|falconry A short strap fastened around the leg of a bird used in falconry, to which a leash may be fastened.
Verb
en-verb|jesses|jessing|jessed
- context|falconry To fasten a strap around the leg of a hawk.
Etymology 2
From ME., from MF. jaiet, from L. gagates 'throw', from Gagas (a town and river in Asia Minor))
Noun
en-noun|es
- a compact coal-like, velvet-black mineral, with a polish making it fit for use in jewelry.
- a very dark, velvety black shade
References
R:Websters
fa:jess
vi:jess
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