joggles
/ˈdʒɑːɡəlz/
VERB
1. Shakes or jolts slightly
Moves something with a small, sudden, or irregular push, causing it to shake, wobble, or become unsteady.
1.1. Shaking or jolting an object
Describes repeatedly or slightly shaking an object through small pushes, bumps, or sudden movements.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- steadies
- stabilizes
- holds still
Examples
- The uneven road joggles the cart as it moves.
- The machine joggles the components into their proper positions.
- The passing truck joggles the table and rattles the glasses.
Related Words
- vibrates
- oscillates
- quivers
- trembles
- shudders
- wobbles
1.2. Wobbling or moving unsteadily
Describes a person or object moving with small, irregular movements, shaking, or slipping out of its proper position.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- stands firm
- remains steady
- stabilizes
Examples
- The loose table joggles whenever someone leans against it.
- The old vehicle joggles over the uneven pavement.
- The hanging light joggles slightly when the door slams.
Related Words
- unsteadiness
- instability
- movement
- oscillation
- vibration
- balance
VERB
2. Joins pieces using interlocking projections
Connects two pieces of material by means of joggles or interlocking projections to prevent them from sliding apart.
2.1. Securing adjoining construction materials
Describes joining stones, masonry, or other structural pieces with interlocking notches or projections to maintain alignment and prevent lateral movement.
Synonyms
- interlocks
- joins
- dowels
- connects
- fits together
Examples
- The construction worker joggles the stone blocks together to prevent them from sliding apart.
- The carpenter joggles the adjoining wooden pieces to create a secure connection.
Related Words
- joggle joint
- masonry
- construction
- interlocking joint
- structural connection
- notch