Etymology

jayrun

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Today it means: To rapidly jaywalk (“violate pedestrian traffic regulations by crossing a street away from a designated crossing; to walk in the part of the street intended for vehicles”). Full definition →

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The story

Blend of jaywalk + run. Attested since the 20th century.

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