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Jack the Ripper

name

Etymology

September 1888, Jack + the + ripper, from the Dear Boss letter.

  1. derived from *(s)ker-✻ — “to bend”
  2. derived from *hrepaz✻
  3. derived from hrip
  4. derived from ripier — “basket”

Definitions

  1. A supposed individual who was an unidentified 19th century serial killer in England, who…

    A supposed individual who was an unidentified 19th century serial killer in England, who has become part of folklore.

    • Keep this letter back till I do a bit more work. then give it out straight. My knife's so nice and sharp I want to get to work right away if I get a chance. Good luck. Yours truly ⁠Jack the Ripper Dont mind me giving the trade name

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