jackstones

Definitions of jackstones
  1. noun
    game equipment consisting of one of several small six-pointed metal pieces that are picked up while bouncing a ball in the game of jacks
    synonyms: jack
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    type of:
    game equipment
    equipment or apparatus used in playing a game
  2. noun
    a game in which jackstones are thrown and picked up in various groups between bounces of a small rubber ball
    synonyms: jacks, knucklebones
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    type of:
    child's game
    a game enjoyed by children
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