Jerry

/'dʤeri/
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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • Offensive term for a person of German descent: A derogatory slang term, primarily used during the World Wars, to refer to a German person, especially a German soldier.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • During the war, Allied soldiers sometimes referred to the enemy as "the jerry."
    • The term "jerry" is considered highly offensive and outdated today.
Advanced Usage
  • "Jerry-built" (Adjective): This is a distinct, separate term meaning something built cheaply, flimsily, and poorly. It is not directly related to the nationality-based slur but is sometimes included in discussions of the word's variants.
    • The house was jerry-built and began to fall apart within a year.
Variants and Related Words
  • Jerrycan (Noun): A robust fuel or water container originally used by German forces. This is a compound word derived from the slang term.
    • They filled the jerrycan with gasoline for the long journey.
Synonyms
  • Boche: Another dated and offensive slang term for a German person.
  • Kraut: A derogatory slang term for a German person (short for "sauerkraut").
Important Note

The use of "jerry" as a nationality-based term is considered a historical pejorative. It is inappropriate and offensive in modern usage. The term should only be encountered in historical contexts, such as literature or accounts from the World Wars.

Noun
  1. offensive term for a person of German descent

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