spencer
A short double-breasted men's overcoat worn in the 18th and 19th centuriesA short double-breasted men's overcoat worn in the 18th and 19th centuries.
» Spencer's attitude drives me nuts.
Meaning
4 senses(historical)A short double-breasted men's overcoat worn in the 18th and 19th centuries.
(historical)A short, close-fitting jacket primarily worn by women and children in the early 19th century.
(historical)A (usually woollen) vest worn by women and girls for extra warmth.
A large loose-fitted gaffsail on a square-rigger or barque, used from the nineteenth century onwards.
- English philosopher and sociologist who applied the theory of natural selection to human societies (1820-1903)
Examples
10 sentencesSpencer's attitude drives me nuts.
Mr. Spencer works in a shop.
ruГосподин Спенсер работает в магазине.
deHerr Spencer arbeitet in einem Geschäft.
Tom punched Richard Spencer in the face.
Mary punched Richard Spencer in the face.
Marks & Spencers is a well-known British retailer.
Origin
From the family name Spencer. The jacket is probably named after George Spencer, 2nd EarlFrom the family name Spencer. The jacket is probably named after George Spencer, 2nd Earl Spencer (1758-1834).
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