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Jess definition: A jess is a short strap, typically made of leather, fastened around the leg of a trained hawk or other bird of prey, used to attach a leash.

Definitions of Jess

  1. 1noun(formal)

    A jess is a short strap, typically made of leather, fastened around the leg of a trained hawk or other bird of prey, used to attach a leash.

Example Sentences

formal

“The falconer carefully attached the jess to the hawk's leg.”

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Jess definition: A jess is a short strap, typically made of leather, fastened around the leg of a trained hawk or other bird of prey, used to attach a leash.
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'Jess' translates to 'jess' in English. Jess definition: A jess is a short strap, typically made of leather, fastened around the leg of a trained hawk or other bird of prey, used to attach a leash.
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