Jack Definition
jack
noun
- a small worthless amount; "you don't know jack"
- a man who serves as a sailor
- someone who works with their hands; someone engaged in manual labor
- immense East Indian fruit resembling breadfruit; it contains an edible pulp and nutritious seeds that are commonly roasted
- a small ball at which players aim in lawn bowling
- an electrical device consisting of a connector socket designed for the insertion of a plug
- game equipment consisting of one of several small six-pointed metal pieces that are picked up while bouncing a ball in the game of jacks
- small flag indicating a ship's nationality
- one of four face cards in a deck bearing a picture of a young prince
- tool for exerting pressure or lifting
- any of several fast-swimming predacious fishes of tropical to warm temperate seas
- male donkey
verb
- lift with a special device; "jack up the car so you can change the tire"
- hunt with a jacklight
"Jack" in song lyrics
See how jack is used in real songs:
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"Crack a jack"
2nd II None — Stragglaz -
"While you only seeing one side like one eyed jack"
The 49ers — The Livest -
"In a blue six-fo' with the bumper jack"
4 Deep — True Blue Brother
Words that rhyme with jack
Usage tips for "jack"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "jack" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for jack to find words that pair well.