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yerk

The correct spelling is yerk.

How to pronounce yerk

/jɜː(ɹ)k/
noun

IPA: /jɜː(ɹ)k/

Say it like: Yer-k

The correct spelling is yerk. A sudden or quick thrust or motion; a jerk.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A sudden or quick thrust or motion; a jerk.

verb

  1. 1.To stab.
  2. 2.To throw or thrust with a sudden, smart movement; to kick or strike suddenly; to jerk.
  3. 3.To strike or lash with a whip or stick.
  4. 4.To rouse or excite.
  5. 5.To bind or tie with a jerk.

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