CRACKAJACKS

Noun

crackajacks

plural of crackajack

Source: Wiktionary


CRACKAJACK

Crack"a*jack`, n.

1. An individual of marked ability or excellence, esp. in some sport; as, he is a crackajack at tennis. [Slang]

2. A preparation of popped corn, candied and pressed into small cakes. [U. S.]

Crack"a*jack`, a.

Definition: Of marked ability or excellence. [Slang]

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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