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| guernsey [ gúrnzi ] (plural guernseys) |
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| Definition: |
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1. dairy cow: a light-brown and white dairy cow that produces rich milk, belonging to a breed originating on the island of Guernsey
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2. sweater: a hand-knitted woollen sweater of a type that sailors and fishermen typically wear
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3. Australia sports jersey: a sleeveless woollen shirt or jumper worn by a football player
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| [Early 19th century. After Guernsey] |
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get or be given a guernsey Australia to be congratulated for something, or have your efforts acknowledged in some way
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