First Known Use: 1598
Dictionary
Jack–a–Lent
noun \ˈjak-ə-ˌlent\
Definition of JACK-A-LENT
1
: a small stuffed puppet set up to be pelted for fun in Lent
2
: a simple or insignificant person
ADVERTISEMENT
Origin of JACK-A-LENT
1jack + a (of) + Lent
Browse
Next Word in the Dictionary: jackanapesPrevious Word in the Dictionary: jackalegsAll Words Near: Jack-a-Lent
ADVERTISEMENT
Seen & Heard
What made you want to look up Jack-a-Lent? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).