Meaning

To quit a job or give up an attempt (British slang).

Example Sentence

"He was so tired of the stress that he just jacked in his job."

Synonyms

quit chuck in give up

Usage Note

This phrasal verb is separable. When using a noun object, it can go between the verb and particle or after the particle. When using a pronoun object, it must go between the verb and particle (e.g., "turn it off" not "turn off it").

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