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jarvey

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈdʒɑːrvi/

KK: /ˈdʒɑrvi/

noun
Definition

A person who drives a horse-drawn carriage for hire, often used for transporting passengers.


Example

The jarvey took us on a scenic tour of the countryside in his carriage.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever met a jarvey before?
Sloth B
No, I haven't! What exactly does a jarvey do?
Sloth A
They're like the drivers of those old-fashioned carriages.
Sloth B
That sounds interesting! I'd love to take a ride with one someday.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
coachman
driver
charioteer
Antonyms
passenger
rider
pedestrian
Root Explanation

The word 'jarvey' originates from the Irish word 'gairmhe', meaning a driver or a carter, specifically referring to a driver of a horse-drawn vehicle. It is often used in the context of a cab driver in Ireland.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'driver' in Ireland, as 'jarvey' refers to someone who drives a horse-drawn vehicle or cab.

Visually Confused Words
harvey
garvey
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