How to Pronounce "jimmying"
word
ˈdʒɪmi
JIM-ee-ing
dʒˈɪmi
ji-MEE-ing
Definition
Using a tool to force open something, usually a door or window, especially to break in illegally.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdʒɪmi
British English
dʒˈɪmi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JIM-ee-ing
UK
ji-MEE-ing
Listen in Context
He was caught jimmying the back door last night.
The thief tried jimmying the window to get inside.
I saw marks from jimmying on the lock.
Someone's been jimmying the garage door again—look at these scratches.