Jim

Jim · proper_noun

imported

Definitions

proper_noun

  1. 1.

    A male given name, a diminutive of James.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    Jim Crow — (historical, US) laws enforcing racial segregation; discriminatory practices
  • •
    Jim-dandy — (informal) excellent; fine

Related words

See also: James, jimmy

Etymology

Diminutive of James, from Late Latin Iacomus, from Hebrew Ya'akov (Jacob) meaning "supplanter" or "holder of the heel."