name
Meaning 1
A native or inhabitant of the American state of Kansas.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Standard Lemma guide
Jayhawk
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name
Meaning 2
Someone associated with the University of Kansas, for example as a student, alum, or sports team member, or as a fan.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
- Her career as a Jayhawk was marked by many achievements.
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verb
Meaning 3
To steal.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: ambitransitive
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History
Etymology
From jayhawker. Re-imagined as a half-bluejay, half-sparrowhawk bird (one is the mascot of the University of Kansas).