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The correct spelling is jams.
How to pronounce jams
noun
IPA: /d͡ʒæmz/
Say it like: Jam-s
The correct spelling is jams. A sweet mixture of fruit boiled with sugar and allowed to congeal. Often spread on bread or toast or used in jam tarts. For example: "A traffic jam caused us to miss the game's first period."
Usage Examples
“A traffic jam caused us to miss the game's first period.”
“Her poor little baby toe got jammed in the door.”
“The rush-hour train was jammed with commuters.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A sweet mixture of fruit boiled with sugar and allowed to congeal. Often spread on bread or toast or used in jam tarts.
- 2.A difficult situation.
- 3.Blockage, congestion.
- 4.An informal, impromptu performance or rehearsal.
- 5.(by extension) A song; a track.
verb
- 1.To get something stuck in a confined space.
- 2.To brusquely force something into a space; cram, squeeze.
- 3.To cause congestion or blockage. Often used with "up"
- 4.To block or confuse a broadcast signal.
- 5.To throw a pitch at or near the batter's hands.
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