Meaning
A tool that lifts something heavy, such as a car, a short way off the ground.
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Word origin
From the man name Jack, an old pet form of John. Machines that did the work of a man were given the common name for a man.
- Origin
- English
- Root
- Jack
Examples
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A "jack" does the lifting work of a strong person.
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"Jack" is a countable noun, so it takes "a".
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A "jack" is small, but it can hold a heavy load.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 6, lesson 8: jack, sweet, bet and 7 more words.