Transcription
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- [jon-ee on, awn stressed th ee spot]
- /ˈdʒɒn i ɒn, ɔn stressed ði spɒt/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [jon-ee on, awn stressed th ee spot]
- /ˈdʒɒn i ɒn, ɔn stressed ði spɒt/
Definition of johnny-on-the-spot word
- noun johnny-on-the-spot a person who is on hand to perform a service, seize an opportunity, deal with an emergency, etc. 1
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Origin of johnny-on-the-spot
First appearance:
before 1860 One of the 29% newest English words
First recorded in 1860-65
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Parts of speech for Johnny-on-the-spot
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
johnny-on-the-spot popularity
This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 1% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
Synonyms for johnny-on-the-spot
noun johnny-on-the-spot
- boy scout — The Boy Scouts is an organization for boys which teaches them discipline and practical skills.
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- good samaritan — a person who gratuitously gives help or sympathy to those in distress. Luke 10:30–37.
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