Paul Jones

noun

1. an old-time dance in which partners are exchanged

Word History and Origins

Origin of Paul Jones¹

C19: named after John Paul Jones

Example Sentences

NCA branch operations manager Paul Jones, said: “It is clear from the evidence we were able to gather over the course of our investigation that Pistiwan Jameel was a prolific UK-based broker for people smuggling gangs in France.”

From BBC

Paul Jones, our prosthetics builder, made such a great doll.

From Los Angeles Times

Athletic director Daphnie Johnson and president Paul Jones were among about a dozen people who welcomed the team at the steps outside the Pyramid for the momentous occasion.

From Los Angeles Times

Paul Jones also said 46 ewes were hurt after the two dogs were "savaging them" in a barn at his north Wales farm.

From BBC

“The yellow flag with a rattlesnake and the words ‘Don’t Tread On Me,’ was flown by Hopkins from his flagship the USS Alfred and hoisted by Revolutionary War hero John Paul Jones.

From Washington Times