jiffy
[jif-ee]
noun, plural jif·fies. Informal.
a very short time; moment: to get dressed in a jiffy.
Also jiff [jif] /dʒɪf/.
Origin of jiffy
First recorded in 1770–80; origin uncertain
Synonyms for jiffy
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Related Words for jiff
breathing, burst, crack, instant, jiffy, minute, moment, outburst, second, shake, show, twinkle, twinkling, wink, triceExamples from the Web for jiff
Historical Examples of jiff
You go an' wash your 'ands, an' I'll 'ave your dinner up in 'alf a jiff!
The Foolish LoversSt. John G. Ervine
"Begorra, but ye are right, Jiff," was the hearty response of the Irishman.
Klondike NuggetsE. S. Ellis
Mrs. Jiff always “forgot to bring” her own comb and hair brush.
Ruth HallFanny Fern
I'll be back in a jiff, and supper'll be ready's soon I can git it.
The Golden Boys and Their New Electric CellL. P. Wyman
“Some of the hands would like to see you for half a jiff, Mr. Wade,” said he.
jiffy
jiff (dʒɪf)
noun plural jiffies or jiffs
Word Origin for jiffy
C18: of unknown origin
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