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Meaning of jam
The primary meaning of the word "jam" is a situation in which something is blocked or prevented from moving or functioning.
Etymology of jam
The word "jam" originated in the mid-17th century, from the verb "jam", which is likely an alteration of the verb "jam" meaning "to press or squeeze", possibly related to the word "jam" in Middle English, meaning "to press or crush"
The word has evolved to have multiple meanings, including a blocked or congested situation, a type of fruit paste, and a musical performance
Synonyms
Definitions
- A congested or blocked situation, especially one causing delay or inconvenience
- A sweet or savory paste made from fruit, often used as a spread
- A device for jamming, especially a radio transmitter that disrupts enemy communications
- A musical performance, especially an informal one, where musicians improvise and play together
Usage Examples
- The traffic jam on the highway caused a significant delay in my commute
- The strawberry jam was a perfect topping for the toast
- The musicians had a great jam session at the music festival
- The radio jamming device was used to disrupt the enemy's communications
Antonyms
flow
freedom
movement
openness
passage
progress
smoothness
space
stream
unblockage
unclogging
acceleration
ease
facilitation
liberation
loosening
release
simplification
solution
uncrowding
unhindering
unobstruction