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jerk vs buck

buck vs jerk

jerk and buck both are nouns.

jerk and buck both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
jerk Yes No Yes No
buck Yes No Yes No
As verbs, jerk and buck are synonyms defined as:
  • jerk and buck: jump vertically, with legs stiff and back arched
Other synonyms of jerk include hitch.
jerk (noun) buck (noun)
an abrupt spasmodic movement mature male of various mammals (especially deer or antelope)
a sudden abrupt pull a framework for holding wood that is being sawed
raising a weight from shoulder height to above the head by straightening the arms a gymnastic horse without pommels and with one end elongated; used lengthwise for vaulting
meat (especially beef) cut in strips and dried in the sun a piece of paper money worth one dollar
a dull stupid fatuous person
(mechanics) the rate of change of acceleration
jerk (verb) buck (verb)
make an uncontrolled, short, jerky motion jump vertically, with legs stiff and back arched
throw or toss with a quick motion move quickly and violently
pull, or move with a sudden movement resist
move with abrupt, seemingly uncontrolled motions to strive with determination
jump vertically, with legs stiff and back arched
Difference between jerk and buck

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