jerky

Meanings

• noun

  Dried and sliced meat, typically from beef, but also from other animals such as elk or ostrich.

  - "He loves to eat jerky while hiking."
  - "Jerky is a popular snack for people on the go."
  - "The store sells various flavors of jerky."

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Synonyms

jerk

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with jerky
horky , worky , jorky

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Variants

List of all variants of jerky that leads to same result
jerkier , jerkiest , jerkily , jerkiness , jerkinesses , jerky , jerkies , herky-jerky

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The origin of the word 'jerky' is believed to have come from the Quechua word 'ch'arki', which means 'dried, salted meat'.

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Trivia

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1. Jerky was once used as a form of payment by the ancient Incas.

2. The world record for the largest piece of jerky weighed over 1,500 pounds.

3. Some people believe that eating jerky can help increase energy levels and improve mental focus.

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Related Concepts

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1. Jerky making: The process of preparing jerky involves marinating the meat, slicing it thinly, and drying it in the sun or a dehydrator.

2. Jerky recipes: There are many different ways to make jerky, including using various types of meat, marinades, and spices.

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Culture

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Jerky has been a staple food for various cultures around the world, including the Ancient Egyptians, Romans, and Native Americans. It is often associated with the American West and is a popular snack at outdoor events and during long journeys.

How to Memorize "jerky"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a piece of dried, sliced meat. Visualize the texture, color, and shape.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'jerky' with the image of a cowboy in the desert, eating a strip of dried meat.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'jerky' by associating it with the word 'jerk' and adding the letter 'y' to make it mean dried meat.

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