Jeeves

English

Etymology

Originally a surname derived from a Middle English diminutive of Genevieve.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /d͡ʒiːvz/
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  • Rhymes: -iːvz

Proper noun

Jeeves

  1. A surname originating as a matronymic.
  2. A fictional valet in the stories by P. G. Wodehouse.
  3. (by extension) A valet, butler or helper who fulfills the model of a helpful servant.
    • 1993, Seinfeld, season 4, episode 24, Jerry Seinfeld (actor):
      When you name a baby Jeeves, you've pretty much mapped out his future, wouldn't you say?

References

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