jockey

The word “jockey” has 2 syllables: jock-ey

It's pronounced as /ˈdʒɒki/

What is synonym and antonym for jockey?

In the thesaurus, “jockey” has 34 synonyms and 14 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for jockey along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for jockey

address
bring off
carry off
carry out
command
control
direct
engineer
field
finesse
get off
guide
hack
handle
manage
maneuver
manipulate
micromanage
move
navigate
negotiate
pilot
play
position
pull
regulate
ride
run
steer
swing
take
treat
turn
twist

Antonyms for jockey

botch
bungle
foozle
fumble
louse up
misguide
mishandle
mislead
mismanage
muff
neglect
remain
scamp
stay

Meanings 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. A dealer in horses; a horse trader.
5. A cheat; one given to sharp practice in trade.
6. A prostitute's client.
7. A rapist.
verb
1. To ride (a horse) in a race.
2. To jostle by riding against.
3. To maneuver (something) by skill for one's advantage.
4. To cheat or trick.

Example Sentences

The jockey skillfully guided the horse to victory in the final stretch of the race.
She trained for months to become a professional jockey.
The jockey wore a bright yellow uniform that stood out in the crowd.
As a jockey, he had to master the art of balancing and steering his mount.
The film focused on the life of a jockey and the challenges of competitive horse racing.

On this page you'll find 48 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to jockey, such as: address, botch, bring off, bungle, carry off, carry out, command.

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