crackajack


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crack·a·jack

 (krăk′ə-jăk′)
adj. Slang
Variant of crackerjack.
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crackajack

(ˈkrækəˌdʒæk)
n, adj
a variant spelling of crackerjack
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crackerjack

also crackajack
adjective
Slang. Having or demonstrating a high degree of knowledge or skill:
noun
Slang. A person with a high degree of knowledge or skill in a particular field:
Informal: whiz.
Chiefly British: dab.
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