Jettison Definition & Meaning

jettison
verb
  1. throw away, of something encumbering
  2. throw as from an airplane

"Jettison" in song lyrics

See how jettison is used in real songs:

  • "When I jettison"
    M.anifest — eMcee PSA
  • "I figure out which direction, then jettison"
    Push Button Objects — 360 Degrees
  • "In my business? That's when I got to jettison"
    Rah Digga f/ Lord Have Mercy, Pharoahe Monch — Tight (Remix)

Usage tips for "jettison"

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