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Jobber-jabber
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(Scottish) a gay male
Offensive
Slang
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Human
Composition
Compound
Countable
singular
gender specific
Plural form
jobber-jabbers
Masculine Singular
jobber-jabber
neutral form
gay person
What is the origin of the term "jobber-jabber" and how is it used?
Jobber-jabber is a slang term that appeared in mid-20th-century English as a label for a gay man. The term likely comes from rhyming slang or playful alliteration, with "jobber" and "jabber" chosen for their sound rather than literal meaning, to create a humorous or mocking name. Historically, it was derogatory, used to tease or insult men for their sexuality, and today it remains rare, informal, and offensive, mainly appearing in discussions of vintage slang.
Examples
That jobber-jabber walked into the pub confidently.
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