jumper

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There are many meanings to the word Jumper:

In most forms of English, including British English and Australian English, a jumper is a sweater made of knitted wool.
In American English, a jumper is a sleeveless collarless dress; see jumper dress.
In computer electronics, a jumper is a pair of connectable pins; see jumper (computing).
In video games, Jumper! is the name of a platform game created by Helix Games, Inc..
A "jumper" is also a slang term for someone who committs (or attempts) suicide by jumping from a great height.
"Jumper" may also refer to a parachutist, especially a smokejumper.
Jumpers is a satirical play by Tom Stoppard (from the character Sir Archibald Jumper).

The name was first applied to a sailor's jacket. The word comes from the Quechua language in which chompa means "a loose, outer jacket". See also: loanword, American and British English differences.

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