Usually means: Helper or resource in emergencies.
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  1. jack-at-a-pinch: Wordnik
  2. Jack-at-a-pinch: Dictionary.com
  3. jack-at-a-pinch: FreeDictionary.org
  4. Jack-at-a-pinch: TheFreeDictionary.com
  5. Jack at a pinch: Wiktionary

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noun:  (informal, archaic) A person whose assistance is sought only in an emergency.

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