jaga

/ ˈdʒaɡa /

noun

1. a guard; sentry

verb

1. tr to guard or watch

   jaga the door

Word History and Origins

Origin of jaga¹

from Malay

Example Sentences

The sexual tension, soundtracked by us singing the same bhajan, "Om jaya jaga dee shi ha ree," was thicker than a campfire log.

From Salon

The sexual tension, soundtracked by us singing the same bhajan, "Om jaya jaga dee shi ha ree," was thicker than a campfire log.

From Salon

Two-year-old Jaga has also responded to simple commands, including moving his limbs.

From BBC

Two-year-old Jaga and Kalia underwent 16 hours of surgery, and are now in the intensive care unit, doctors said.

From BBC

"Both the children have other health issues as well. While Jaga has heart issues, Kalia has kidney problems," neurosurgeon A K Mahapatra said.

From BBC