jerk

jerk&+{1}
[dʒɜːk]
vb
to move or cause to move with an irregular or spasmodic motion
to throw, twist, pull, or push (something) abruptly or spasmodically
to utter (words, sounds, etc) in a spasmodic, abrupt, or breathless manner
n
an abrupt or spasmodic movement
an irregular jolting motion
the car moved with a jerk
Also called: physical jerks physical exercises
a slang word for chorea
a person regarded with contempt, esp a stupid or ignorant person
jerk

jerk&+{2}
[dʒɜːk]
vb
to preserve (venison, beef, etc) by cutting into thin strips and curing by drying in the sun
n
Also called: jerky jerked meat, esp beef