JERK, v.t. [This is probably the Ch.Heb. to reach, to spit, that is, to throw out with a sudden effort.] 1. To thrust out; to thrust with a sudden effort; to give a sudden pull, twitch, thrust or push, as, to jerk one under the ribs; to jerk one with the elbow.2. To throw with a quick, smart motion; as, to jerk a stone. We apply this word to express the mode of throwing to a little distance by drawing the arm back of the body, and thrusting it forward against the side or hip, which stops the arm suddenly.JERK, v.t. To accost eagerly. [Not in use.] JERK, n. A short sudden thrust, push or twitch; a striking against something with a short quick motion; as a jerk of the elbow. His jade gave him a jerk,1. A sudden spring. Lobsters swim by jerks. |
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