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jay

 

[ dส’eษช ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

bird type

A jay is a type of bird that belongs to the family Corvidae, which also includes crows and ravens. Jays are known for their vibrant plumage and intelligence. They are often found in wooded habitats and are known for their ability to mimic sounds from their environment. Some species of jays are also known for their habit of storing food for later consumption.

Synonyms

bird, corvid, songbird

Examples of usage

  • The blue jay is commonly found in North America.
  • In the forest, the jay chirped melodiously.
  • We spotted a jay while hiking in the mountains.
Context #2 | Noun

informal term

In informal English, 'jay' can also refer to a person who is silly or careless. This usage derives from the bird's perceived foolish behavior. The term has been used historically to describe people who are not very intelligent or are naive.

Synonyms

dunce, fool, simpleton

Examples of usage

  • Don't be a jay; think before you act.
  • She felt like a jay for trusting him blindly.

Translations

Translations of the word "jay" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น jay

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเคพเคฏ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Eichelhรคher

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ jay

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะธะฝะธั†ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sรณjka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ธใ‚งใ‚ค

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท geai

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ arrendajo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gรผrรผltรผ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ œ์ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌุงูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sojka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sojka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆพ้ธฆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ลกtorklja

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ jรฆja

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถำ™ะน

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฏแƒ”แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jey

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ arrendajo

Etymology

The word 'jay' originates from Middle English 'jaie', which is derived from the Old French term 'jaรฏe'. This, in turn, is believed to have come from the Latin word 'gaius', signifying a bird known for its joyful calls. In English, the term has been used since the 14th century to describe the bird. The playful and often raucous nature of jays has contributed to their association with silliness in informal context. Over the centuries, the definition of 'jay' has evolved, but the core association with the bird and its lively personality remains prevalent.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,208, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.