I. ˈyərk verb
( -ed/-ing/-s )
Etymology: Middle English yerken
transitive verb
1.
a. archaic : to pull (a stitch) tight in making a shoe
b. dialect : to bind tightly
2. dialect
a. : to beat (as with a rod or whip) vigorously : thrash
b. : to attack (as with harsh words) or excite vigorously : stir up : goad
3. dialect
a. : to cause to move abruptly : jerk , hurl , kick
b. : to strike up (as a song)
4. dialect : to begin with zest
intransitive verb
1. obsolete : to lash out with the heels
2. dialect : to move hastily or suddenly
II. noun
( -s )
1. Scotland : thump , lashing , kick , stab
2. dialect : a quick movement : jerk