How to Pronounce "jimmied"
word
ˈdʒɪmid
JIM-eed
dʒˈɪmɪd
jim-EED
Definition
Opened something, especially a lock or door, using a tool like a crowbar instead of a key, usually with force.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdʒɪmid
British English
dʒˈɪmɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JIM-eed
UK
jim-EED
Listen in Context
Someone jimmied the back door last night.
The window was jimmied open during the break-in.
He jimmied the lock to get inside.
The thieves jimmied their way into the garage without anyone noticing.