Phrase guide

every man Jack

noun · pron · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Alternative spelling of every man Jack.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: alt-of, alternative

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Meaning relationships

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pron

Meaning 2

All the members of a group with no exceptions.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

Examples

  • When the captain offered a free round of grog to the crew, every man Jack of them lined up for a cupful.

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History

Etymology

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