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jackstones

noun

1 jackstones

Game equipment consisting of one of several small six-pointed metal pieces that are picked up while bouncing a ball in the game of jacks.

synonym: jack.

2 jackstones

A game in which jackstones are thrown and picked up in various groups between bounces of a small rubber ball.

synonyms: jacks, knucklebones.

Roget 840: amusement, entertainment, recreation, fun, game, fun and games; diversion, divertissement; reaction, solace; pastime, passetemps [Fr.], sport; ... show more

Dutch: knokkel-benen


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