jerk

transitive verb

To cut (meat) into long strips and dry in the sun or cure by exposing to smoke.

adjective

Being or relating to a method of barbecuing meat that has been seasoned and wrapped in leaves of the allspice tree.

intransitive verb

To give a sudden quick thrust, push, pull, or twist to.

To throw or toss with a quick abrupt motion.

To utter abruptly or sharply.