jet

10 synonyms for jet, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — A fast-moving stream of liquid, gas, or flame forced out of a small opening.

Synonyms

Everyday swaps

Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.

green

Less common

Still standard English, but they carry more weight.

fountain

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

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Synonyms by Meaning

1. noun

A fast-moving stream of liquid, gas, or flame forced out of a small opening.

“The whale blew a jet of mist high into the cold air.”

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2. verb

To travel by jet aircraft, especially quickly or frequently.

“After the conference, the whole team jetted off to Singapore for a week.”

gush

How to use jet

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

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Etymology

From an Old French word meaning "a throw" or "spurt", from Latin iacere, "to throw" — the same root behind words like "eject" and "project".

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Frequently asked questions

What does “jet” mean?

The word “jet” means a fast-moving stream of liquid, gas, or flame forced out of a small opening. In plain terms, a forceful spray or stream, a jet-powered aircraft, or (as an adjective) deep black.

How do you pronounce “jet”?

“Jet” is pronounced JEHT (/ˈd͡ʒɛt/ in IPA).

How do you use “jet” in a sentence?

Here is “jet” used in a sentence: “A jet of water shot from the cracked pipe.”

What part of speech is “jet”?

Depending on how it is used, “jet” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “jet” come from?

The word “jet” comes from Latin. From an Old French word meaning "a throw" or "spurt", from Latin iacere, "to throw" — the same root behind words like "eject" and "project".

Is “jet” a common word?

“Jet” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A1 level.

How many meanings does “jet” have?

“Jet” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a fast-moving stream of liquid, gas, or flame forced out of a small opening.

What is the difference between a "jet" and a "plane"?

"Plane" is the general word for any aircraft, including those with propellers. A "jet" is specifically an aircraft powered by jet engines, which are typically faster. Every jet is a plane, but not every plane is a jet.

What is the difference between a "jet" and a "spray"?

A jet is a fast-moving stream of liquid, gas, or flame forced through a small opening, so it stays narrow and concentrated. A spray is that stream broken into a fine mist of dispersed droplets. A hose can produce a jet of water or a soft spray depending on the nozzle.

What are common phrases and compounds with "jet"?

"Jet" appears in "jet engine," "jet lag," "jet ski," "jet stream," and "private jet." The stream sense also gives phrases like "a jet of water" or "a jet of flame."

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