Glossary
This glossary includes helpful vocabulary and allusions that will deepen your understanding of Jitney.
| WORD/PHRASE | DEFINITION |
|---|---|
| GI Bill | (n) A program offered by the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) that provides financial assistance to veterans for qualifying education, training, and housing expenses |
| Jitney | (n) A makeshift taxi that serves as a cheap alternative to licensed taxi companies; the word “jitney” is old-fashioned slang for a nickel, the amount it used to cost for a fare |
| Lena Horne | (n) A Black American singer, dancer, actor, and activist, most famous for her rendition of the song “Stormy Weather” |
| “‘Nam“ | (n) A slang shortening of Vietnam, a phrase used often by veterans to refer to their time serving during the Vietnam War |
| Sarah Vaughan | (n) A Black American jazz singer & pianist who was known as the Queen of Bebop |