Definitions For Jess

Etymology 1

From {{der, en, enm, ges}}, from {{der, en, frm, gies}}, from the plural of jet, , throw, from {{der, en, VL., , *iectus, jectus}} < iactus, , a throwing, or from jeter, , to throw, itself from Latin iactare.

Noun

{{en-noun, es}} (falconry) A short strap fastened around the leg of a bird used in falconry, to which a leash may be fastened.

Verb

jesses , jessing , jessed (falconry) To fasten a strap around the leg of a hawk.

Etymology 2

See jet (etymology 2).

Noun

{{en-noun, es}} Alternate form of jet (the mineral). Alternate form of jet (the color).

Etymology 3

See just.

Adverb

{{en-adv, -}} {{eye dialect of, en, just}}

Anagrams

JSEs, JSSE