Jawbreaker: meaning, definitions and examples
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jawbreaker
[ ˈjɔːˌbreɪ.kər ]
candy, language
A jawbreaker is a type of hard candy that is known for its impressive size and immense hardness. Typically spherical in shape, jawbreakers come in varying colors and flavors. They are designed to be sucked on rather than chewed, and their tough exterior can take a long time to dissolve. The term can also refer to any word or phrase that is notably difficult to pronounce or articulate.
Synonyms
difficult word, hard candy, sucker
Examples of usage
- I bought a giant jawbreaker at the candy store.
- His speech was filled with jawbreakers that left the audience confused.
- The kids enjoyed trying to finish their jawbreakers before dinner.
- That word is such a jawbreaker; I can never say it right.
Translations
Translations of the word "jawbreaker" in other languages:
🇵🇹 durex
🇮🇳 जवब्रेकर्स
🇩🇪 Kieferbrecher
🇮🇩 permen keras
🇺🇦 щелеполом
🇵🇱 łamacz szczęk
🇯🇵 顎を砕くもの
🇫🇷 casse-jaw
🇪🇸 rompemandíbulas
🇹🇷 çene kırıcı
🇰🇷 턱 부러뜨리는 것
🇸🇦 كاسر الفك
🇨🇿 čelisti lámání
🇸🇰 zlomenina čeľuste
🇨🇳 颚骨破坏者
🇸🇮 lomilec čeljusti
🇮🇸 kjálkaskemdur
🇰🇿 жақ сындыру
🇬🇪 mandibula გატეხვა
🇦🇿 çənə qıran
🇲🇽 rompe mandíbulas
Etymology
The word 'jawbreaker' dates back to the early 20th century. It likely originates from the combination of the words 'jaw' and 'break,' suggesting the idea of something so hard that it could be difficult to chew or break with one's jaws. The term first referred to the hard candy that was designed to last a long time and provide a significant challenge for those who attempted to bite into it. The concept of 'jawbreakers' also evolved to include complex and difficult words, as the challenge of pronouncing such words can be likened to the challenge of breaking a jawbreaker candy. This dual meaning portrays the versatility of the term, illustrating both a fun confectionery and a linguistic challenge.