garvey

noun

gar·​vey ˈgär-vē How to pronounce garvey (audio)
plural garveys
: a small scow especially of the New Jersey coast

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The Jawn — a slang word particular to Philadelphia that functions as a pronoun for pretty much anything — is a garvey, a type of work boat. Cassie Owens, Philly.com, 2 June 2018

Word History

Etymology

probably from the name Garvey

First Known Use

circa 1896, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of garvey was circa 1896

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“Garvey.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/garvey. Accessed 2 Dec. 2024.

Biographical Definition

Garvey

biographical name

Gar·​vey ˈgär-vē How to pronounce Garvey (audio)
Marcus Moziah 1887–1940 Jamaican-born Black leader

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