1. a lively folk dance, typically in triple time
2. a device that guides tools or components during manufacturing
Usage: technical
3. a type of fishing lure that is jerked up and down
Usage: fishing

1. to dance a jig
2. to move up and down with quick jerky motions

Examples

• The band played a traditional Irish jig.
• She danced a lively jig at the wedding.
• The carpenter used a jig to cut identical pieces.
• He caught three fish using a silver jig.
• The children jigged excitedly when they heard the news.
• The boat jigged up and down in the choppy water.
• The factory worker set up the jig before starting production.