Meaning of jilt in English

Table of contents
  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions
  3. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /dʒɪlt/

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  1. Verb

    jilt

    Etymology

    mid 17th century: (in the sense ‘deceive, trick’): of unknown origin

    Definitions

    1. cast aside capriciously or unfeelingly

    Examples

    • « jilt a lover or a bride »

  2. Noun

    jilt

    Definitions

    1. a woman who jilts a lover

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