Jockey

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ˈdÊ’É’ki/
• Rhymes: -É’ki

Full definition of jockey

Noun

1. One who rides racehorses competitively.
2. That part of a variable resistor or potentiometer that rides over the resistance wire
3. An operator of some machinery or apparatus.
4. (dated) A dealer in horses; a horse trader.
5. (dated) A cheat; one given to sharp practice in trade.

Derived terms

• disc jockey
• jock

Verb

1. To ride (a horse) in a race.
2. To maneuver (something) by skill for one's advantage.
3. To cheat or trick.