jam

US /dʒæm/

UK /dʒæm/

A2

verb

  • To block a signal (e.g. radio waves)
  • To pack together so things cannot move freely
  • To push into a tight space until it can't move
  • To play music informally without much preparation
  • To stop functioning because something is stuck

noun

  • Blockage of cars, people making movement difficult
  • Difficult situation that is hard to resolve
  • When a machine stops functioning because stuck
  • Sweet spread for bread made by boiling fruit