jim up

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Meaning · English

To mess up, break down, gummy up or slow down (something).

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English
Sources & notes

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

Common questions

What does “jim up” mean?

To mess up, break down, gummy up or slow down (something).

Is “jim up” formal or informal?

jim up is generally slang.