English Explanatory Dictionary

Whispering Jack

English dictionary entry

Meanings

name
  1. A person who vocalizes quietly, in a whispering manner, or, ironically, one who is loud and outspoken.

Word forms

Whispering Jack

Etymology

Most famously associated with singer Whispering Jack Smith (1898-1950), but in earlier use as a nickname.

Related words

Alibi Ike Dapper Dan doubting Thomas gloomy Gus good-time Charlie nervous Nellie plain Jane Silent Sam
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