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jimmy Definition and Meaning in English (jimmy definition)

verb
Synonyms:pry openforce openbreak open
Quick Answer • Definition

Jimmy definition: To force open something, such as a window or door, typically using a crowbar or similar tool.

Definitions of Jimmy

  1. 1verb(informal)

    To force open something, such as a window or door, typically using a crowbar or similar tool.

  2. 2noun(informal)

    A short crowbar or similar tool used for forcing open windows or doors.

Example Sentences

casual

“The burglar tried to jimmy the lock on the back door.”

casual

“They used a jimmy to pry open the old wooden chest.”

Synonyms

pry openforce openbreak open

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Inflected Word Forms

past tensejimmied
present participlejimmying
pluraljimmies

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