jack.
a narrow indentation from a strike of a sharp object; a cut, gash, notch
Meaning & usage
a narrow indentation from a strike of a sharp object; a cut, gash, notch
Where this word comes from
Of uncertain origin.
eye
Where this word comes from
From Tavringer Romani jakk (“eye”), from Romani jakh (“eye”). Related to Sanskrit अक्षि (akṣi, “eye”). Ultimately from Proto-Indo-European *h₃ókʷs (“eye”). Doublet of öga.
telephone jack
Where this word comes from
From English jack (“telephone socket”). Transferred use of the personal name Jack.
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