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yank vs jerk

jerk vs yank

yank is not a noun while jerk is a noun.

yank and jerk both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
yank No No Yes No
jerk Yes No Yes No
As verbs, yank and jerk are synonyms defined as:
  • yank and jerk: pull, or move with a sudden movement
yank (noun) jerk (noun)
an abrupt spasmodic movement
a sudden abrupt pull
raising a weight from shoulder height to above the head by straightening the arms
meat (especially beef) cut in strips and dried in the sun
a dull stupid fatuous person
(mechanics) the rate of change of acceleration
yank (verb) jerk (verb)
pull, or move with a sudden movement make an uncontrolled, short, jerky motion
throw or toss with a quick motion
pull, or move with a sudden movement
move with abrupt, seemingly uncontrolled motions
jump vertically, with legs stiff and back arched
Difference between yank and jerk

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