jam

A2
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒæːm/
/ˈdʒæm/
/ˈdʒæm/
Noun
9 definition(s)
1 Definition

A sweet mixture of fruit boiled with sugar and allowed to congeal. Often spread on bread or toast or used in jam tarts.

2 Definition

A difficult situation.

3 Definition

Blockage, congestion.

Example Sentences
  • A traffic jam caused us to miss the game's first period.
4 Definition

An informal, impromptu performance or rehearsal.

5 Definition

(by extension) A song; a track.

6 Definition

(by extension) An informal event where people brainstorm and collaborate on projects.

7 Definition

A kind of frock for children.

8 Definition

(interior decorating) Either of the vertical components that form the side of an opening in a wall, such as that of a door frame, window frame, or fireplace.

9 Definition

Any thick mass of rock that prevents miners from following the lode or vein.

Verb
10 definition(s)
1 Definition

To get something stuck in a confined space.

Example Sentences
  • Her poor little baby toe got jammed in the door.
2 Definition

To brusquely force something into a space; cram, squeeze.

Example Sentences
  • The rush-hour train was jammed with commuters.
3 Definition

To cause congestion or blockage. Often used with "up"

Example Sentences
  • A single accident can jam the roads for hours.
4 Definition

To block or confuse a broadcast signal.

5 Definition

To throw a pitch at or near the batter's hands.

Example Sentences
  • Jones was jammed by the pitch.
6 Definition

To play music (especially improvisation as a group, or an informal unrehearsed session).

7 Definition

To injure a finger or toe by sudden compression of the digit's tip.

Example Sentences
  • When he tripped on the step he jammed his toe.
8 Definition

To attempt to score points.

Example Sentences
  • Toughie jammed four times in the second period.
9 Definition

To bring (a vessel) so close to the wind that half her upper sails are laid aback.

10 Definition

To give up on a date or some joint endeavour; stand up, chicken out, jam out.