# Jagger

/ˈdʒæɡɝ/ (US) · CEFR C2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/jagger
Updated: 2026-08-15

## Definition

a sharp, jagged point or a tool used for cutting or making notches. You might see this word used for something that has a rough, uneven edge.

For teachers: a sharp, projecting point or a tool designed to produce a notched or serrated edge. Often used in technical or regional contexts to describe objects with irregular, tooth-like protrusions.

## Examples

- The metal jagger left a rough edge on the sheet.
- The artisan used a small jagger to create the decorative notches along the rim of the clay pot.
- Geologists noted the sharp jaggers of rock protruding from the cliff face, which made the ascent significantly more hazardous for the climbing team.

## Usage notes

- Commonly refers to a physical tool or a specific sharp protrusion.

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