Definition
- (adjective) Characterized by physical jerking.
- (adjective) Having the behavior of a jerk (unpleasant person).
- (noun) Lean meat cured and preserved by cutting into thin strips and air-drying in the sun.
- (verb) To cure and preserve (meat) by drying it, making jerky.
Word stats
- Jerky contains 5 letters: 1 vowel(s) and 4 consonant(s).
- It uses 5 unique letters.
- Estimated syllable count: 2.
- Scrabble-style letter score: 19.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Jerky mean?
Characterized by physical jerking.
How many letters are in Jerky?
Jerky has 5 letters.
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