jag
1a sharp projection on an edge or surface.
to cut or slash, especially in points or pendants along the edge; form notches, teeth, or ragged points in.
to move with a jerk; jog.
Origin of jag
1Other words from jag
- jagless, adjective
Other definitions for jag (2 of 3)
a period of unrestrained indulgence in an activity; spree; binge: a crying jag; a talking jag.
a state of intoxication from liquor.
Northern, North Midland, and Western U.S. a load, as of hay or wood.
Origin of jag
2Other definitions for J.A.G. (3 of 3)
Judge Advocate General.
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British Dictionary definitions for jag (1 of 4)
jagg
/ (dʒæɡ) /
(tr) to cut unevenly; make jagged
Australian to catch (fish) by impaling them on an unbaited hook
Scot an informal word for jab (def. 3), jab (def. 5)
a jagged notch or projection
Origin of jag
1British Dictionary definitions for jag (2 of 4)
/ (dʒæɡ) /
intoxication from drugs or alcohol
a bout of drinking or drug taking
a period of uncontrolled activity: a crying jag
Origin of jag
2British Dictionary definitions for Jag (3 of 4)
/ (dʒæɡ) /
informal a Jaguar car: often understood as a symbol of affluence
British Dictionary definitions for JAG (4 of 4)
Judge Advocate General
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