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Meaning of crackerjack | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C2 Specialized
ˈkɹækɚd͡ʒæk

Definitions

  1. An exceptionally fine or excellent thing or person.
  2. The traditional blue uniforms of the enlisted men of the US Navy.
    US, countable, in-plural, slang, uncountable
  3. An expert or top-rated individual (e.g., a marksman).
  4. A U.S. Navy sailor.
  5. Popcorn candied in molasses-flavored caramel and peanuts.

Examples

“"Here, here's the popcorn man," Sid said as a vendor passed, pushing a cart. Sid bought a package of crackerjack and opened it while Mickey jumped up and down, unable to wait.”

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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