Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun A substituted coat, or one used for the occasion. See jury-mast, jury-rudder.
Etymologies
Sorry, no etymologies found.
Support
Help support Wordnik (and make this page ad-free) by adopting the word jury-coat.
Examples
-
"They ha 'rigged him a Joseph's jury-coat to keep his honour warm."
Departmental Ditties & Barrack Room Ballads Rudyard Kipling 1900
-
"They ha 'rigged him a Joseph's jury-coat to keep his honour warm."
Verses 1889-1896 Rudyard Kipling 1900
Comments
Log in or sign up to get involved in the conversation. It's quick and easy.