Definition (noun) a dull stupid fatuous person
Definition (noun) an abrupt spasmodic movement
Definition (noun) (mechanics) the rate of change of acceleration
Definition (noun) meat (especially beef) cut in strips and dried in the sun
Definition (noun) raising a weight from shoulder height to above the head by straightening the arms
Definition (noun) a sudden abrupt pull
Definition (verb) pull, or move with a sudden movement
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He turned the handle and jerked the door open
Definition (verb) move with abrupt, seemingly uncontrolled motions
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The patient's legs were jerkings
Definition (verb) make an uncontrolled, short, jerky motion
Definition (verb) jump vertically, with legs stiff and back arched
Definition (verb) throw or toss with a quick motion
Example Sentence
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flick a piece of paper across the table
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jerk his head