Definition of Clean and jerk

1. Noun. A weightlift in which the barbell is lifted to shoulder height and then jerked overhead.

Exact synonyms: Clean
Generic synonyms: Weightlift, Weightlifting
Terms within: Jerk

Definition of Clean and jerk

1. Noun. (weightlifting) The act of lifting the barbell to hang at arm's length, pausing, and thrusting the barbell over the head to a stationary position in one movement. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Clean And Jerk

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claytronic
claytronics
clayware
claywares
cleading
cleadings
clean-cut
clean-handed
clean-limbed
clean-living
clean-shaven
clean-timbered
clean-up
clean and jerk (current term)
clean as a hound's tooth
clean as a whistle
clean bill of health
clean bomb
clean bowl
clean bowled
clean bowling
clean bowls
clean coal
clean code
clean codes
clean copy
clean house
clean living

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