jerk
Definitions
Noun
- A dull stupid fatuous person
- An abrupt spasmodic movement
- (mechanics) the rate of change of acceleration
- Meat (especially beef) cut in strips and dried in the sun
- Raising a weight from shoulder height to above the head by straightening the arms
- A sudden abrupt pull
Verb
- Pull, or move with a sudden movement
- Move with abrupt, seemingly uncontrolled motions
- Make an uncontrolled, short, jerky motion
- Jump vertically, with legs stiff and back arched
- Throw or toss with a quick motion
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š° This Word in the News:
A Caribbean street food restaurant famed for its jerk chicken is opening in Leeds this week
May 11, 2026 thehootleeds.com
May 11, 2026 thehootleeds.com
Dear Abby: Iām disgusted by my jerk of a coworker who sexually harasses me all day
Feb 16, 2026 SILive.com
Feb 16, 2026 SILive.com