Jesse

['dʒesi]

(n.) Any representation or suggestion of the genealogy of Christ, in decorative art

(n.) A genealogical tree represented in stained glass.

(n.) A candlestick with many branches, each of which bears the name of some one of the descendants of Jesse; -- called also tree of Jesse.

Checked by Justin

n. a large branched candlestick used in churches formerly hung up in churches.

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My father, Jesse Hexam. Charles Dickens. Our Mutual Friend.
The hand of Jesse Hexam, commonly called Gaffer on the river and along shore, is the hand that done that deed. Charles Dickens. Our Mutual Friend.
Sold for the benefit of the creditors and heirs of the estate of Jesse Blutchford, SAMUEL MORRIS, THOMAS FLINT, _Executors_. Harriet Beecher Stowe. Uncle Tom's Cabin.

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