English · Slang Attested

JFK

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

To put to death; to assassinate, especially for political reasons.

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

I am not saying choosing McCain would necesarrily^([sic]) lead to Kerry getting JFKed but Democratic presidential runners need to be aware of the problem.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

To conduct research about the assassination of John F. Kennedy.

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 3

Meaning · English

To hold similar political beliefs or behave in a similar manner to John F. Kennedy.

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “JFK” mean?

To put to death; to assassinate, especially for political reasons.

Is “JFK” formal or informal?

JFK is generally slang.