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jr Definition and Meaning in English (jr definition)

adjective
Synonyms:junioryounger
Quick Answer • Definition

Jr definition: Used after a man's name to distinguish him from his father who has the same name.

Definitions of Jr

  1. 1adjective

    Used after a man's name to distinguish him from his father who has the same name.

  2. 2adjective

    Referring to a person who is younger or lower in rank or status.

Example Sentences

“Martin Luther King Jr. was a prominent leader in the civil rights movement.”

“He is the junior partner in the law firm.”

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Inflected Word Forms

pluraljuniors
adjectivejunior

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

junior partnercollocation

A partner in a business or law firm who is less experienced or has a lower share.

junior yearcollocation

The third year of a four-year course at a college or high school.

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Jr definition: Used after a man's name to distinguish him from his father who has the same name.
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'Jr' translates to 'jr' in English. Jr definition: Used after a man's name to distinguish him from his father who has the same name.
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