Jerky ( noun , adjective )

(As a noun)

Jerky ( noun )

  1. Dried meat, usually beef, that has been cut into thin strips and dried.
  2. Meat that has been cut into thin strips, seasoned, and dried for preservation.

Origin:

The word jerky comes from the spanish word "charqui" and it was first used in english in the late 17th century.

Examples:

  1. I like to bring jerky on camping trips.
  2. He munched on a piece of beef jerky.
  3. The jerky was a little tough to chew.
  4. I bought some turkey jerky at the store.
  5. Jerky is a popular snack for hikers.

(As an adjective)

Jerky ( adjective )

  1. Marked by sudden starts and stops; uneven.
  2. Marked by or given to abrupt or sudden movements; jerky.

Origin:

The word jerky comes from the spanish word "charqui" and it was first used in english in the late 17th century.

Examples:

  1. The car's jerky movement made her feel sick.
  2. He had a jerky way of walking.
  3. The video was jerky and hard to watch.
  4. The dance was jerky and uncoordinated.
  5. The train ride was jerky and uncomfortable.
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