Meaning of the word jockeys in English

What does jockeys mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

jockeys

US /ˈdʒɑː.kiz/
UK /ˈdʒɒk.iz/

Noun

riders in horse races, especially as a profession

Example:
The jockeys prepared their horses for the big race.
Many young people dream of becoming professional jockeys.

Verb

to handle or manage something skillfully or cunningly

Example:
He had to jockey for position to get the best view of the stage.
The politician tried to jockey his opponent out of the race.