英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
to throw or drop something from a ship, aircraft, or vehicle to lighten the load; to abandon something no longer wanted
"The crew had to jettison cargo to save the sinking ship."
a landing stage or small pier at which boats can dock or be moored
"The fishing boats were tied up at the wooden jetty near the harbor."
a precious stone or a piece of jewelry containing precious stones
"The ancient treasure chest contained many rare jewels."
a person who makes, repairs, or sells jewelry
"The jeweller crafted a beautiful gold ring."
ornamental items worn for personal adornment, such as rings, necklaces, or bracelets, often made of precious metals or stones
"She wore beautiful jewellery to the wedding."
personal ornaments such as necklaces, rings, or bracelets that are typically made from precious metals and stones
"She wore gold jewelry at the wedding."
relating to Jews or Judaism
"They celebrate Jewish festivals every year."
to make an insulting remark; to be in agreement or harmony with
"His actions did not jibe with his words."
surprised or astonished; confused or puzzled
"I'll be jiggered if I know what happened here."
a light ringing sound such as that made by metal objects being shaken together; a short catchy song
"The jingle of keys could be heard as she walked down the hallway."
a person who strongly supports warlike or aggressive foreign policy; an extreme nationalist
"The leader was criticized as a reckless jingo."
extreme patriotism expressed in aggressive foreign policy
"The politician's speech was filled with jingoism."
a person who supports jingoism; an extreme nationalist with aggressive foreign policies
"He was labeled a jingoist for his extreme views."
to shake or tremble slightly, often from fear, nervousness, or excitement
"He began to jitter nervously before giving his speech."
playful or humorous in speech or behavior
"The professor’s jocose remarks kept the class entertained."
fond of or characterized by joking; humorous
"His jocular nature made him popular among colleagues."
cheerful and lighthearted
"They walked together in a jocund mood after the celebration."
to shake slightly; to move or cause to move with quick, small jerks
"He joggled the table and the vase nearly fell."
To connect or link together; to become a member of a group.
"He decided to join the football club."
a place where two parts of something are joined; also a term for a business establishment or a cannabis cigarette
"The knee is a joint that connects the thigh and the leg."
a playing card with a picture of a jester, used as a wild card; a person who is fond of joking
"He used the joker card to complete his winning hand in the poker game."
To mix things together in a confused or disordered way.
"The papers were all jumbled on the desk."
the system of courts and judges that interprets and applies the law
"The independence of the judiciary is vital for democracy."
Having or showing good judgment; wise and sensible.
"Her judicious decision saved the company from financial loss."
Having, showing, or done with good judgment or sense.
"Her judiciousness in making decisions was appreciated."
A large container used for holding and pouring liquids.
"She filled a jug with fresh water from the well."
A huge, powerful, and unstoppable force or institution.
"The new tech company has become a juggernaut in the industry."
To continuously toss and catch objects in the air; to manage many tasks at the same time.
"He tried to juggle work, studies, and family responsibilities."
a person who skillfully throws and catches objects as entertainment
"The juggler entertained the crowd with his amazing ball tricks."
The performance of tricks and illusions, especially by sleight of hand.
"The magician's jugglery amazed the audience."
A large vein in the neck that carries blood from the head back to the heart.
"The doctor checked the patient's jugular vein for signs of pressure."
the liquid obtained from fruits, vegetables, or meat; also refers to energy or power in informal use
"She drank a glass of orange juice with breakfast."
Full of juice; succulent; also used to describe something exciting or scandalous.
"The steak was so juicy that it melted in my mouth."
A military or political group that rules a country after taking power by force.
"The junta seized power after the coup."
A trip or celebration, often funded by someone else, usually for pleasure or promotional purposes.
"The company organized a junket for journalists to promote their new resort."
old or discarded articles that are considered useless or of little value; things of poor quality
"He cleaned out the garage and threw away all the old junk."
younger or lower in rank; also a student in the next-to-last year of high school or college
"He works as a junior officer in the company."
a dense forest, typically in a tropical region, filled with wild plants and animals
"They got lost in the thick jungle during their trip."
a knitted garment worn on the upper body; a person or animal that jumps
"She wore a warm woolen jumper during the cold winter evening."
exceptionally large; enormous; gigantic
"The jumbo jet was delayed at the airport."
relating to judges, courts, or the administration of justice
"The new law faced strong judicial review before implementation."
A place where two or more roads or things meet or are joined.
"The car stopped at the busy junction."
A particular point in time or a critical moment.
"At this critical juncture, we must make the right decision."
