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Whispering Jack

name

Etymology

Most famously associated with singer Whispering Jack Smith (1898-1950), but in earlier use as a nickname.

Definitions

  1. A person who vocalizes quietly, in a whispering manner, or, ironically, one who is loud…

    A person who vocalizes quietly, in a whispering manner, or, ironically, one who is loud and outspoken.

    • The two who sat at a table in an obscure corner of the room were the noted burglars "Whispering Jack" and "Jim the Cracksman," as they were nick-named by their associates.
    • [T]he microphone enabled a Whispering Jack Smith to make a rhythmic mumble pass for singing and gave Bing Crosby a means of taking advantage of his casual, intimate style.
    • Case 3 Whispering Jack: Jack was a quiet and perceptive young man who was well respected by his peers.

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