Jemmy (Noun)
Meaning
A short crowbar; "in Britain they call a jimmy and jemmy".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The burglar used a jemmy to pry open the locked door and gain entry to the house.
- In Britain, a jemmy is commonly used by DIY enthusiasts and professionals alike for various tasks.
- He inserted the jemmy into the gap and gently twisted it to loosen the rusty hinge.
- The handyman's toolkit included a sturdy jemmy that he used to remove old nails from the wooden beam.
- Police found a jemmy near the scene of the crime, which they believed was used by the perpetrator to break into the store.