yerk

Etymology
From, from , compare , from , from. Cognate with ; see for more cognates.

Verb

 * 1)  To stab (someone or something).
 * 2) To throw or thrust with a sudden, smart movement; to kick or strike suddenly; to jerk.
 * 3)  To strike or lash with a whip or stick.
 * 4)  To rouse or excite.
 * 5) To bind or tie with a jerk.
 * 1)  To strike or lash with a whip or stick.
 * 2)  To rouse or excite.
 * 3) To bind or tie with a jerk.

Noun

 * 1)  A sudden or quick thrust or motion; a jerk.