jane

jane · proper_noun

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Definitions

proper_noun

  1. 1.

    A feminine given name, the English form of the Old French Jehanne.

  2. 2.

    (Slang) A woman, especially an ordinary woman.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    plain Jane — An ordinary, unremarkable woman
  • •
    Jane Doe — A name used for an unidentified female person

Related words

See also: John, janet, jean

Etymology

From Old French Jehanne, feminine form of Jean (John), ultimately from Hebrew Yohanan meaning "God is gracious."