Pronunciation: /ˈdʒɜrki/
noun a type of dried meat, typically beef, that is seasoned and cured
A1 I like to snack on jerky while watching movies.
A2 My friend brought some homemade jerky on our camping trip.
B1 Beef jerky is a popular protein-packed snack for hikers and athletes.
B2 The store had a variety of jerky flavors, including teriyaki and spicy chipotle.
C1 The artisanal jerky I tried in a food festival was incredibly tender and flavorful.
C2 After visiting a jerky factory in Texas, I learned about the intricate process of making high-quality jerky.
adjective having a tendency to be abrupt or rude in behavior or speech
A1 The jerky movements of the robot scared the children.
A2 The jerky animation in the video game made it difficult to play.
B1 The jerky camera work in the film gave me a headache.
B2 The jerky ride on the old roller coaster was exhilarating.
C1 The jerky stop-and-go traffic on the highway was frustrating.
C2 The jerky transitions between scenes in the play detracted from the overall experience.
formal The jerky was made from high-quality beef and seasoned with a special blend of spices.
informal I always have a bag of jerky in my backpack for a quick snack.
slang That jerky is so good, it's like meat candy.
figurative His movements were jerky, as if he was nervous or unsure.
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