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judicial review the power of a court to review the constitutionality of laws and governmental actions, or the practice of doing so.
judiciary of or concerning judges, courts of law, or the administration of justice. [4 definitions]
judicious characterized by or using sound judgment; wise; prudent.
judo the sport or discipline of fighting without weapons, based on jujitsu but prohibiting harmful blows or throws.
jug a container for liquid that usu. has a handle and a narrow spout. [7 definitions]
jugate in biology, joined in pairs.
jug band a small musical group that includes unconventional or makeshift instruments such as kazoos, washboards, and empty jugs.
juggernaut any large, overwhelming force, group, or object. [2 definitions]
juggle to keep (two or more objects) in motion in the air by alternately tossing and catching them. [8 definitions]
juggler one who performs feats of juggling. [2 definitions]
jugular of or pertaining to the neck, esp. the large veins in the neck. [2 definitions]
jugular vein one of two large veins in the neck that carry blood from the head to the heart.
jug wine inexpensive wine sold in large juglike bottles.
juice the natural fluid contents of any plant or animal tissue; liquid extracted from a ripe fruit for drinking. [3 definitions]
juiced (slang) drunk.
juicehead (slang) a heavy drinker; alcoholic.
juiceless combined form of juice.
juicer a device or appliance used for extracting juice from fruits or vegetables. [2 definitions]
juice up (informal) to give more power, vitality, or interest value to.
juicy having a great amount of juice; succulent. [2 definitions]
jujitsu a Japanese form of unarmed self-defense in which one uses one's opponent's weight and strength against him or her. (Cf. judo, karate.)