(slang) Especially on trucks, an engine compression release braking system that opens the exhaust valves in each cylinder near the top of their compression strokes in order to slow the vehicle; an engine retarder.

(US, slang, historical, 1930s and 40s) Paralysis of the feet and ankles caused by the consumption TOCP (triorthocresyl phosphate) or methyl alcohol, found in adulterated moonshine or Jamaica ginger extract.

Alternative form of jakeshouse: an outhouse.

plural of jakes house

Alternative form of jakeshouse: an outhouse.

plural of jakes-house

plural of jake brake

(chiefly Scotland) A homeless drunk.

plural of jakey

(chiefly Australia, New Zealand) Fine, excellent.