Jolly Roger
[ roj-er ]
/ ˈrɒdʒ ər /
noun
a flag flown by pirates, having the device of a white skull and crossbones on a black field.
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Origin of Jolly Roger
First recorded in 1775–85
Words nearby Jolly Roger
jollop, jolly, Jolly balance, jolly boat, jolly jumper, Jolly Roger, Jolo, Jolson, jolt, jolty, JOMO
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British Dictionary definitions for Jolly Roger
Jolly Roger
noun
the traditional pirate flag, consisting of a white skull and crossbones on a black field
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Cultural definitions for Jolly Roger
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