In American slang what does the word Jasper or Jaspers mean?

Answer 1

In American slang, the word "Jasper" or "Jaspers" is often used to refer to a foolish or naive person. It can be used in a derogatory manner to describe someone who is gullible or easily deceived. The term likely originated in the early 20th century and has persisted in colloquial language.

Answer 2

Well, darling, "Jasper" or "Jaspers" in American slang typically refers to a foolish or naive person. It's like calling someone a bit of a goofball or a simpleton. So, if you hear someone being called a Jasper, it's probably not a compliment. But hey, we all have our moments, don't we?

Answer 3

The name Jasper means that you are awsome! Go people called Jasper - bested name in the world....:)

It is mysterious and smart

Jasper is a reddish brown speckled, spotted stone. The name Jasper means, "keeper of treasure". Origin is Persian, and or Greek.

Answer 4

First used as slang in 1896 (according to the Online Etymology Dictionary), to call someone a Jasper is to call them a rustic simpleton... in other words, a hick.

Example: Did you see that dumb jasper in those dirty overalls?

In more modern times, this use of "jasper" has mostly been supplanted by the word, "bubba", another name common to rural areas.

In rural communities, it loses the insulting quality, and is used to mean "guy" or "man".

Example: Doesn't matter how cheap it is if some jasper doesn't want to buy it.

As with most community-style slang (like the use of the "n-word" by African-Americans), it's best not to use it if you're not part of the community.

Answer 5

Jasper is a Persian name meaning 'treasurer'. It is also a precious stone.