jig

Meanings

• noun

  A lively dance or piece of music for two or more persons, typically involving quick changes of action or movement.

  - "They were all jigging around the campfire."
  - "The jig is a popular dance at Irish weddings."

• verb

  To move or cause to move in a lively, rhythmic way, especially in a dance or piece of music.

  - "The children jigged around the room."
  - "The fiddler jigged out a lively tune."

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Pronunciation

1. /d͡ʒɪɡ/
   
   
   
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2. /d͡ʒɪɡ/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with jig
big , dig , pig

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Variants

List of all variants of jig that leads to same result
in jig time , jig , jigs , jigged , jigging , the jig is up

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Etymology

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Originally derived from the Irish word 'gig', meaning 'a dance' or 'revel'.

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Trivia

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1. The jig was a popular dance in the 16th and 17th centuries in Europe.

2. The word 'jig' is also used to describe a type of wooden horse used in medieval warfare.

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Related Concepts

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1. Irish step dancing: A traditional dance form originating in Ireland, characterized by quick, precise footwork and lively movements.

2. Scottish country dancing: A social dance form originating in Scotland, characterized by intricate footwork and partner work.

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Culture

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The jig is a traditional dance that originated in Ireland and Scotland. It is characterized by quick, lively movements and often involves jumping. The jig has been featured in various forms of art and literature, including Irish step dancing and the play 'Finian's Rainbow'.

How to Memorize "jig"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a lively dance or a group of people jumping up and down to music.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'jig' with the image of a lively dance or a group of people moving quickly.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Jumping Irish Giants' to remember the meaning of 'jig'.

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