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French
Etymology
From Old Northern French gai, from Old French jai (“jaybird, magpie”), from Late Latin gaius (“jaybird”), of uncertain origin. Perhaps likely imitative, supposedly influenced by the Roman gens Gaius.
Alternatively, perhaps related to Old French gai (“lively, colourful”).
Pronunciation
Noun
geai m (plural geais)
- jay (bird)
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Norman
Alternative forms
- gùai (continental Normandy)
Etymology
From Old French jai (“jaybird, magpie”), from Late Latin gaius (“jaybird”).
Noun
geai m (plural geais)
- (Jersey, Guernsey) jay