English to English Dictionary

J-bar

A type of ski lift consisting of a curved bar shaped like the letter J that pulls skiers up a slope.

Jacob's ladder

A perennial garden plant of the phlox family, having clusters of blue or white flowers and leaves divided into many leaflets resembling the rungs of a ladder.

Jaded

Bored, tired, or lacking enthusiasm, typically after having too much of something.

Jagging

The act or process of cutting or forming irregular notches, teeth, or sharp projections.

Japanese paper

A tough, durable, and absorbent handmade paper traditionally produced in Japan from vegetable fibers.

Jargon

Special words or expressions used by a particular profession or group that are difficult for others to understand.

Jaundiced

Affected by bitterness, resentment, or cynicism, often as a result of envy or disappointment.

Jaunty

Having or expressing a lively, cheerful, and self-confident manner.

Jaw-angle

The anatomical angle formed by the intersection of the posterior border of the ramus and the inferior border of the body of the mandible.

Jaw-spasm

An involuntary, sudden contraction or cramp of the muscles controlling the jaw.

Jawonbongsadan

A Korean term referring to a self-defense technique or practice.

Jazist

A professional musician who plays or specializes in jazz music.