Synonyms for
Jack
Definition
a device used for lifting heavy objects; a person who does a specified job or activity in a competent or efficient way.
Synonyms & similar words
diddly
jak
squat
diddlysquat
jacklight
manuallaborer
jacktar
diddlyshit
shit
labourer
jackstones
tar
diddley
seafarer
seaman
gob
jackass
knave
oldsalt
laborer
jackfruit
jackup
doodlysquat
mariner
jack
lift
hoist
elevate
raise
crane
winch
expert
specialist
professional
adept
master
maestro
virtuoso
whiz
ace
wizard
genius
pro
star
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- car jack
- bottle jack
- hydraulic jack
- engine jack
- jack up
- jack knife
- jack of all trades
- jack and jill
Word family
Usage note
The word 'jack' can refer to a tool for lifting, a playing card, or a person. Context is crucial for understanding its meaning. 'Jack of all trades' refers to someone with many skills but no mastery.
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Example sentences
- He used a jack to change the tire on his car.
- The construction worker was a jack of all trades.
- She is a jack in the kitchen and can cook anything.
- The company hired a jack of all trades to handle all their different tasks.
- He was a real jack of all trades and could fix anything that was broken.
Quotes
All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.
A good jack makes a good Jill.
Jack of all trades, master of none.