Jiffy

Jiffy

JIF-ee ˈdʒɪfi
Noun

A moment.

Example Sentences

"Back in a jiffy."
"Won't be a jiffy."

Etymology & History

Black Country term for short time. From jiffy.

Word Details

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Region
Black Country
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Era
1800s
Language
none
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Formality
informal

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