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jimmy

Произношение: [ˈdʒɪmi]

Слово

Контекст: «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.

Пример

He jimmied the old window open to let in fresh air.

Пример

She did not jimmy the door, as she had the keys with her.

Пример

Can you jimmy a lock without causing damage?

Контекст: «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.

Пример

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.

Пример

What is the purpose of a jimmy?

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