Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [jag]
- /dʒæg/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [jag]
- /dʒæg/
Definitions of jagging word
- noun jagging a sharp projection on an edge or surface. 1
- verb with object jagging to cut or slash, especially in points or pendants along the edge; form notches, teeth, or ragged points in. 1
- verb without object jagging to move with a jerk; jog. 1
- noun jagging Present participle of jag. 1
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Origin of jagging
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
1350-1400; late Middle English jagge (noun), jaggen (v.), of obscure origin
Historical Comparancy
Parts of speech for Jagging
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
jagging popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 86% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 73% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
jagging usage trend in Literature
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