Jam

/ˈdʒæːm/

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

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Definition of Jam

noun

A sweet mixture of fruit boiled with sugar and allowed to congeal. Often spread on bread or toast or used in jam tarts.
A difficult situation.
Blockage, congestion.
"A traffic jam caused us to miss the game's first period."
An informal, impromptu performance or rehearsal.
(by extension) A song; a track.

verb

To get something stuck in a confined space.
"Her poor little baby toe got jammed in the door."
To brusquely force something into a space; cram, squeeze.
"The rush-hour train was jammed with commuters."
To cause congestion or blockage. Often used with "up"
"A single accident can jam the roads for hours."
To block or confuse a broadcast signal.
To throw a pitch at or near the batter's hands.
"Jones was jammed by the pitch."

Anagrams of Jam

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Related Word Patterns

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Synonyms & Antonyms

SYNONYMS

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Rhyming Words

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Related Words

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