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Tex.

abbreviation for

  1. Texan.
  2. Texas.


tex

1

noun

  1. a unit of weight used to measure the density of yarns. It is equal to 1 gram per 1000 metres
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Tex.

2

abbreviation for

  1. Texan
  2. Texas
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Word History and Origins

Origin of Tex.1

C20: from French, from textile textile
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Other officers begged him to quell the dog, named Tex, which continued its assault despite verbal commands to stop, a physical release maneuver and an unsuccessful use of a shock collar, according to court documents.

After 60 seconds, Tex finally unlocked its grip on Santa Clara County resident Anthony Paredes, who cried out as blood gushed from his head and neck during the attack, court documents and body cam footage shows.

Officer Jeffrey initially released Tex to locate Paredes, according to the documents.

That’s when Paredes yelled, “Alright!” three times and Jeffrey removed the can from Paredes and commanded Tex to bite, according to court documents.

Officers continued to beg Jeffrey to stop Tex, including imploring him to activate a shock collar.

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