Jet

jeht'jet'1 syllable
🇬🇧English
Dynamic

MEANING

A fast stream of liquid or gas forced out of a small opening

ORIGIN

English

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Old French 'jet', meaning 'throwing' or 'a spurt of water'

CULTURAL NOTES

The name Jet is often associated with speed and modernity.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

The term 'jet' came into use in the 16th century, originally referring to a spout or stream of water.

🇬🇧English
Sharp

MEANING

A type of ligniteA precursor to coalOften used as a gemstone

ORIGIN

English

ETYMOLOGY

From Latin 'gagates', from Greek 'gagates lithos', meaning 'stone of Gagai'

CULTURAL NOTES

Jet as a gemstone has been used in jewelry since the Neolithic period.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Jet has been historically used in mourning jewelry, particularly during the Victorian era.

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