noun

jerking

Jerking (noun) means a sudden, sharp, involuntary movement. Example: “A jerking motion in his shoulder told her the muscle was cramping.”

noun

A sudden, sharp, involuntary movement.

"A jerking motion in his shoulder told her the muscle was cramping."

"The old lift moved upward with a series of jerking starts and stops."

How to use jerking

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe jerky, sudden movement something makes when it isn't running smoothly.

Common pairings

a jerking motion jerking movement sudden jerking

Word forms

jerkings plural

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Rhymes for jerking

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Frequently asked questions

What does “jerking” mean?

The word “jerking” means a sudden, sharp, involuntary movement. In plain terms, the jerky, sudden movement something makes when it isn't running smoothly.

How do you use “jerking” in a sentence?

Here is “jerking” used in a sentence: “A jerking motion in his shoulder told her the muscle was cramping.”

What part of speech is “jerking”?

“Jerking” is a noun.

What is the meaning of jerking?

"jerking" (noun) means a sudden, sharp, involuntary movement.

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