verb
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jag
jag
Jag (verb) means to cut or tear something unevenly, leaving a rough, sharp edge. Example: “He jagged the wire with a pair of pliers.”
verb
1
To cut or tear something unevenly, leaving a rough, sharp edge.
"He jagged the wire with a pair of pliers."
noun
1
A sudden burst of intense activity or emotion; a spree.
"She went on a shopping jag after payday."
2
Informal short form of Jaguar, the car brand.
"He pulled up in a brand-new Jag."
How to use jag
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA rough, uneven cut or tear; also slang for a spree of activity, or informally, a Jaguar car.
Common pairings
a crying jag
jagged edge
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Word forms
- Plural
- jags
- Third person singular
- jags
- Past tense
- jagged
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Etymology
The noun is from late Middle English jagge, from Old English giagga, giacga. The ultimate origin could be sound-symbolic of sudden movement, compare with jam, rag and Middle English dag, of which jag may be a palatalised variant. The verb is from jaggen, from Old English giacgian.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “jag” mean?
The word “jag” means to cut or tear something unevenly, leaving a rough, sharp edge. In plain terms, a rough, uneven cut or tear; also slang for a spree of activity, or informally, a Jaguar car.
How do you pronounce “jag”?
“Jag” is pronounced jag (/d͡ʒæɡ/ in IPA).
How do you use “jag” in a sentence?
Here is “jag” used in a sentence: “He jagged the wire with a pair of pliers.”
What part of speech is “jag”?
Depending on how it is used, “jag” can be a verb and a noun.
Is “jag” a common word?
“Jag” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “jag” have?
“Jag” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to cut or tear something unevenly, leaving a rough, sharp edge.
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