Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

jam

noun, verb
/dʒæm/
Definition
A sweet spread made from fruit and sugar, often used on bread.
Examples
  • She spread strawberry jam on her toast for breakfast.
  • The car got jammed in the traffic during rush hour.
  • He played a guitar solo during the jam session with friends.
Meaning
To crush or squeeze something into a tight space, or to obstruct a passage.
Synonyms
  • preserve
  • conserve
  • traffic blockage
  • clog