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Mae West

noun \ˈmā-ˈwest\

Definition of MAE WEST

:  an inflatable life jacket in the form of a collar extending down the chest that was worn by fliers in World War II
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Origin of MAE WEST

Mae West †1980 American actress noted for her full figure
First Known Use: 1940

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