verb

juke

jook

Juke (verb) means to fake a move in one direction to trick an opponent, especially in sports like football. Example: “He juked the defender and sprinted for the end zone.”

verb

To fake a move in one direction to trick an opponent, especially in sports like football.

"He juked the defender and sprinted for the end zone."

How to use juke

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishTo dodge or fake out an opponent with a quick, deceptive move.

Common pairings

juke a defender juke left

Word forms

juked past tense, juked past tense, juked past tense, jukes plural, jukes singular, jukes singular, jukes singular

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Etymology

From Gullah juke/jook, meaning "wicked" or "disorderly" — the same root as jukebox and juke joint.

Rhymes for juke

duke nuke puke Luke fluke rebuke Kosuke Daisuke archduke Marmaduke

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Frequently asked questions

What does “juke” mean?

The word “juke” means to fake a move in one direction to trick an opponent, especially in sports like football. In plain terms, to dodge or fake out an opponent with a quick, deceptive move.

How do you pronounce “juke”?

“Juke” is pronounced jook (/d͡ʒuːk/ in IPA).

How do you use “juke” in a sentence?

Here is “juke” used in a sentence: “He juked the defender and sprinted for the end zone.”

What part of speech is “juke”?

“Juke” is a verb.