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Topic: Law

jailbreak

IPA: /ˈdʒeɪlˌbreɪk/

KK: /ˈdʒeɪlˌbreɪk/

noun

Definition: A situation where someone escapes from prison or jail, often by breaking through barriers or using illegal methods.

Example: The prisoner planned a daring jailbreak to regain his freedom.

jailer

IPA: /ˈdʒeɪlər/

KK: /ˈdʒeɪlər/

noun

Definition: A person whose job is to take care of a jail and the people in it.

Example: The jailer checked the cells every hour to ensure the inmates were safe.

jailing

IPA: /ˈdʒeɪlɪŋ/

KK: /ˈdʒeɪlɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A situation where someone is put in prison or jail as a punishment for a crime.

Example: The jailing of the protestors sparked a national debate about freedom of speech.

verb

Definition: To put someone in prison or to confine them in a jail.

Example: The judge decided on jailing the suspect until the trial.

jailor

IPA: /ˈdʒeɪlər/

KK: /ˈdʒeɪlər/

noun

Definition: A person who is responsible for overseeing and managing a jail or prison, ensuring the safety and security of inmates.

Example: The jailor checked the cells regularly to ensure that all inmates were safe and accounted for.

jaywalk

IPA: /ˈdʒeɪˌwɔk/

KK: /ˈdʒeɪˌwɔk/

intransitive verb

Definition: To cross a street without using a crosswalk or in a way that is not allowed by traffic laws.

Example: He got a ticket for jaywalking across the busy street.

jaywalker

IPA: /ˈdʒeɪˌwɔːkər/

KK: /ˈdʒeɪˌwɔːkər/

noun

Definition: A person who crosses the street in a way that is not allowed, such as not using a crosswalk or walking in the road where cars drive.

Example: The jaywalker hurried across the street, ignoring the traffic signals.

jemmy

IPA: /ˈdʒɛm.i/

KK: /ˈdʒɛm.i/

noun

Definition: A tool used for prying open doors or windows, often made of metal and shaped like a crowbar.

Example: The burglar used a jemmy to break into the house.

jeopardise

IPA: /ˈdʒɛpədaɪz/

KK: /ˈdʒɛpərdaɪz/

verb

Definition: To put something in danger or at risk of harm or loss.

Example: The heavy rain could jeopardise the outdoor concert.

jeopardize

IPA: //ˈdʒɛpərdaɪz//

KK: /ˈdʒɛpərˌdaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To put something in danger or at risk of being harmed or lost.

Example: His reckless driving could jeopardize the safety of everyone on the road.

jeopardy

IPA: /ˈdʒɛpərdi/

KK: /ˈdʒɛpərdi/

noun

Definition: The possibility of suffering harm, loss, or danger.

Example: The hikers were in jeopardy when the storm hit suddenly.

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