How to Pronounce "jettisoned"
word
ˈdʒɛtɪsənd
JET-ih-sund
dʒˈɛtɪsənd
jet-IH-sund
Definition
To throw or drop something from a vehicle, especially to make it lighter; also used for getting rid of something that is no longer needed.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdʒɛtɪsənd
British English
dʒˈɛtɪsənd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JET-ih-sund
UK
jet-IH-sund
Listen in Context
The pilot jettisoned extra fuel before landing.
The ship jettisoned some cargo to stay afloat.
He jettisoned old documents he didn't need anymore.
We quickly jettisoned those expensive features from the project to save money.