Gimmer

Gimmer

GIM-er ˈɡɪmər
Noun

1. Young sheep 2. Insult.

Example Sentences

"Y owd gimmer!"
"Gimmer in field."

Etymology & History

Yorkshire word for young ewe or silly person. From Old Norse gymbr.

Word Details

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Region
Yorkshire
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Era
Medieval
Language
mild
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Formality
informal

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