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jacobin Meaning & Definition

Phonetic codes: JH AE1 K AH0 B AH0 N

What Does Jacobin Mean?

As a noun, jacobin means Alternative letter-case form of Jacobin. It can also mean A domestic pigeon (Columba livia domestica) with reversed feathers on its neck.

Jacobin at a Glance

Part of speechnoun
SynonymsJacobin, Jacobin pigeon and jacobine
Pluraljacobins

Jacobin Definition (Noun)

  1. Alternative letter-case form of Jacobin.
  2. A domestic pigeon (Columba livia domestica) with reversed feathers on its neck.
  3. Any hummingbird of the genus Florisuga.
  4. A kind of thick French soup with cheese.

Noun

  1. Any hummingbird in the genus Florisuga.

Synonyms of Jacobin

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Antonyms of Jacobin

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Jacobin in a Sentence

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Word Forms & Grammar

jacobin (plural jacobins)

Words That Rhyme With Jacobin

Origin of Jacobin

From Jacobin, q.v. In reference to birds, via French jacobine, from a supposed resemblance to the Dominicans' formerly standard hood or coloring. In reference to soup, via French soupe à la Jacobine.

Frequently Asked Questions About Jacobin

What part of speech is jacobin?

Jacobin is a noun.

What is another word for jacobin?

Close synonyms of jacobin are Jacobin, Jacobin pigeon and jacobine. See the full list of jacobin synonyms and antonyms.

What is the plural of jacobin?

The plural of jacobin is jacobins.

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