joggle

pronunciation

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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
  • 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 .

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