joggle
pronunciation
How to pronounce joggle in British English: UK [ˈdʒɒgl]
How to pronounce joggle in American English: US [ˈdʒɑgl]
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- Noun:
- a fastener that is inserted into holes in two adjacent pieces and holds them together
- a slight irregular shaking motion
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- Verb:
- move to and fro
- fasten or join with a joggle
Word Origin
- joggle (v.)
- 1510s, apparently a frequentative of jog, though attested earlier than it. Related: Joggled; joggling. Carpentry sense is from 1703, of unknown origin. As a noun from 1727.
Example
- 1. Fasten or join with a joggle .
- 2. Joggle your brain with this addictive game that ` s hard to put down !
- 3. The baby will stop crying if you joggle her about a bit .