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jiffy

One entry found.

Main Entry: jif·fy

Pronunciation: \ˈji-fē\

Function: noun

Inflected Form(s): plural jiffies

Etymology: origin unknown

Date: 1779

: moment, instant <ready in a jiffy>

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