jimmy
Prononciation : [ˈdʒɪmi]
Mot
Contexte : « breaking and entering »
(verb) to use a tool to force open something like a door or window. When someone 'jimmies' a lock, they are trying to break in without a key.
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He jimmied the old window open to let in fresh air.
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She did not jimmy the door, as she had the keys with her.
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Can you jimmy a lock without causing damage?
Contexte : « tool »
(noun) a special tool used for forcing open a door or window. It usually has a flat end to help get into tight spaces.
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The locksmith used a jimmy to open the stuck door.
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He didn’t have a jimmy, so he couldn’t open the lock.
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What is the purpose of a jimmy?
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