jakes
The origin and history of jakes.
Etymology
From a Middle English variant of the name "Jack" or "Jacques," later used euphemistically for the toilet, much like "the John" is used today.
The origin and history of jakes.
From a Middle English variant of the name "Jack" or "Jacques," later used euphemistically for the toilet, much like "the John" is used today.
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