Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
jack
Noun, Verb
/jak/
Definition
A jack is a device used for lifting heavy objects, or it can refer to a male character in various contexts.
Examples
- He used a car jack to lift the vehicle for repairs.
- In a standard deck of cards, the jack is the card that comes between the ten and queen.
- They planned to jack up the prices during the holiday season.
Meaning
The term ‘jack’ can denote several things, such as a tool for lifting, a playing card, or even a term for a young man.
Synonyms
- tool
- device
- lifter
- young man
- guy
