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jackanapes
jack·a·napes [ jákə nàyps ] (plural jack·a·napes)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. impudent person: an impudent, self-centered person
2. mischievous child: a child who behaves mischievously or impertinently
[Early 16th century. Originally Jack Napes, origin ?]
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