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jamming
This term operates across three distinct semantic domains: technical, mechanical, and artistic. In technical contexts, it refers to the intentional disruption of signals, carrying a connotation of electronic warfare or interference. In mechanical contexts, it describes a state of dysfunction where movement is blocked by force or friction, often evoking a sense of frustration or failure.
In a musical context, the word shifts to a positive, creative register. It describes spontaneous collaboration and improvisation, typically associated with jazz or rock culture. When used as an adjective to describe a crowd, it emphasizes a high-energy, dense atmosphere, though it is less common in formal writing than "jam-packed."
Meanings
The act of blocking or interfering with wireless signals, such as radio or radar, by transmitting a stronger signal on the same frequency.
The military used electronic jamming to disrupt the enemy's communications.
The state of being crowded or packed tightly together, often causing a blockage or a standstill.
The process of pressing or forcing something tightly into a space or mechanism.
The act of playing music, especially jazz, in an improvised manner with other musicians.
Examples
The enemy used electronic jamming to disrupt our communications.
The enemy used electronic jamming to disrupt our communications.
Stop jamming that key into the lock or you will break it.
The printer is jamming again because of the cheap paper.
I can't believe the subway is this jamming during the rush hour.
He spent the whole afternoon jamming with a local jazz trio.
The signal jamming was so intense that we lost all radar contact.
We were just jamming in the garage until the neighbors complained about the noise.
The stadium was absolutely jamming for the championship game.
The stadium was absolutely jamming for the championship game.