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The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48
Jersey \Jer"sey\, n.; pl. {Jerseys}. [From Jersey, the largest
of the Channel Islands.]
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1. The finest of wool separated from the rest; combed wool;
also, fine yarn of wool.
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2. A kind of knitted jacket; hence, in general, a
closefitting jacket or upper garment made of an elastic
fabric (as stockinet).
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3. One of a breed of cattle in the Island of Jersey. Jerseys
are noted for the richness of their milk.
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