Definition of yerk Yerk

We found 9 definitions of yerk from 2 different sources.

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What does yerk mean?

Wiktionary Wiktionary dictionary logo

  • yerk (Noun)
    A sudden or quick thrust or motion; a jerk.
  • yerk (Verb)
    To stab.
  • yerk (Verb)
    To throw or thrust with a sudden, smart movement; to kick or strike suddenly; to jerk.
  • yerk (Verb)
    To strike or lash with a whip.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • yerk (v. t.)
    To throw or thrust with a sudden, smart movement; to kick or strike suddenly; to jerk.
  • yerk (v. t.)
    To strike or lash with a whip.
  • yerk (v. i.)
    To throw out the heels; to kick; to jerk.
  • yerk (v. i.)
    To move a quick, jerking motion.
  • yerk (n.)
    A sudden or quick thrust or motion; a jerk.

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