Synonyms

jamming

British

/ ˈdʒæmɪŋ /

noun

mountaineering a rock-climbing technique in which holds are got by wedging the hands and feet in suitable cracks

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Jamming, however, means showing oneself on the electromagnetic spectrum.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 13, 2025

Jamming is an effective but potentially fraught measure in populated areas.

From Barron's • Oct. 11, 2025

Released in 1977, it contains many of his best-loved hits: Jamming, Three Little Birds, One Love/People Get Ready and the evocative title track.

From BBC • Jan. 25, 2024

Jamming of GPS signals on civilian aircraft has been detected in the past elsewhere, including near South Korea and in the Middle East.

From Washington Times • Sep. 28, 2023

Jamming the torch end into a crevice in the stone floor, I used my dagger to cut his bonds free, starting with his feet.

From "Crispin: The Cross of Lead" by Avi

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