jimmy
Pronunciation: [ˈdʒɪmi]
Word
Context: "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.
Example
He jimmied the old window open to let in fresh air.
Example
She did not jimmy the door, as she had the keys with her.
Example
Can you jimmy a lock without causing damage?
Context: "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.
Example
The locksmith used a jimmy to open the stuck door.
Example
He didn’t have a jimmy, so he couldn’t open the lock.
Example
What is the purpose of a jimmy?
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