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jerky

3 entries found.
  1. 1jerky (adjective)
  2. 2jerky (noun)
  3. herky–jerky

Main Entry:
1jerky Listen to the pronunciation of 1jerky
Pronunciation:
\ˈjər-kē\
Function:
adjective
Inflected Form(s):
jerk·i·er; jerk·i·est
Date:
1670
1 a: moving along with or marked by fits and starts b: characterized by abrupt transitions2: inane, foolish
— jerk·i·ly Listen to the pronunciation of jerkily \-kə-lē\ adverb
— jerk·i·ness Listen to the pronunciation of jerkiness \-kē-nəs\ noun
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