Definition of "yerk" in Englisch

verb

1. (transitive, archaic) To stab (someone or something).

2. To throw or thrust with a sudden, smart movement; to kick or strike suddenly; to jerk.

3. (obsolete, Scotland) To strike or lash with a whip or stick.

4. (obsolete, Scotland) To rouse or excite.

5. To bind or tie with a jerk.

noun

1. (archaic) A sudden or quick thrust or motion; a jerk.