jolt
1. jolt \'jo-lt\ vb [prob. blend of obs. joll (to strike) and jot (to
bump)] 1: to cause to move with a sudden jerky motion 2: to give a knock
or blow to; specif : to jar with a quick or har d blow in boxing 3a: to
disturb the composure of 3b: to interfere with roughly, abruptly, and
disconcertingly : to move with a sudden jerky motion - jolt.er n
2. jolt \'jo-l-te-\ n 1a: an abrupt sharp jerky blow or movement 1b: a
jarring blow in boxing 2a1: a sudden feeling of shock, surprise, or
disappointment 2a2: an event or development causing such a feeling 2b: a
serious check or reverse 3: a small portion - jolty aj