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Jemmy (noun) means a sheep's head prepared and eaten as food.

noun
1
A sheep's head prepared and eaten as food.
2
(informal) A person who has come to live in a new country.
3
A long, heavy overcoat.
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Etymology

This word comes from Jemmy, a diminutive of James; the verb developed from the noun.

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What is the meaning of jemmy?
"jemmy" (noun) means a sheep's head prepared and eaten as food.
What is another word for jemmy?
Other words for "jemmy" include jimmy.
What are the different meanings of jemmy?
"jemmy" has 3 main meanings: 1. A sheep's head prepared and eaten as food; 2. (informal) A person who has come to live in a new country; 3. A long, heavy overcoat.

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