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Jammer

JAM

Jammer (noun) means a device that blocks or disrupts radio, phone, or other signals by broadcasting interference. Example: “The prison installed cell phone jammers to stop smuggled devices from working.”

noun
1
A device that blocks or disrupts radio, phone, or other signals by broadcasting interference.
"The prison installed cell phone jammers to stop smuggled devices from working."
2
A musician who takes part in an informal jam session.
"The open mic night drew jammers from all over the city."

How to use Jammer

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA signal-blocking device, or a musician playing in an informal jam session — the meaning depends heavily on context.

Word forms

Jammers plural, jammers plural

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Etymology

Built from "jam" plus the agent suffix "-er," originally referring to someone or something that jams or blocks.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Jammer” mean?

The word “Jammer” means a device that blocks or disrupts radio, phone, or other signals by broadcasting interference. In plain terms, a signal-blocking device, or a musician playing in an informal jam session — the meaning depends heavily on context.

How do you pronounce “Jammer”?

“Jammer” is pronounced JAM (/ˈd͡ʒæmɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Jammer” in a sentence?

Here is “Jammer” used in a sentence: “The prison installed cell phone jammers to stop smuggled devices from working.”

What part of speech is “Jammer”?

“Jammer” is a noun.

How many meanings does “Jammer” have?

“Jammer” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a device that blocks or disrupts radio, phone, or other signals by broadcasting interference.

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