Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
jimmied
verb
/ˈdʒɪmɪd/
Definition
Forced open or manipulated with a tool, often a lever.
Examples
- The burglars jimmied the back door to gain entry into the house.
- He managed to get the window jimmied open despite it being locked tight.
Meaning
The term ‘jimmied’ refers to the act of using a tool, often called a ‘jimmy,’ to pry open something, like a door or window, usually illegally.
Synonyms
- pried
- forced
- levered
- wrenched
