Meaning of the word jerry in English

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

jerry

US /ˈdʒɛr.i/
UK /ˈdʒɛr.i/

Noun

a German soldier (used by the British in World War I and World War II)

Example:
The soldiers were ordered to hold the line against the advancing Jerries.
We heard the sound of distant gunfire, a sign that the Jerries were close.