Meaning of the word jenny in English

What does jenny mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

jenny

US /ˈdʒen.i/

UK /ˈdʒen.i/

a female donkey

Example:

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The farmer's jenny gave birth to a healthy foal.

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We saw a jenny and her foal grazing in the field.

Synonym:

she-ass

a machine, especially a spinning jenny or a generator

Example:

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The old spinning jenny was a marvel of early industrial engineering.

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The portable jenny provided power to the remote campsite.

Synonym:

machine generator engine

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