General
gig
What does gig mean?
To mark a demerit against someone for a discrepancy in appearance or an inspection failure; a small fault so noted.
"He got gigged for scuffed boots at inspection."
Origin
US military slang.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'gig' mean in the military?
To gig someone is to mark a demerit against them for a uniform, appearance, or inspection fault. As a noun, a gig is that noted fault.
What does it mean to get gigged?
It means you were penalized or docked for a discrepancy — like scuffed boots or an unbuttoned pocket — during an inspection.
Is a gig a serious punishment?
Usually it's a minor demerit for small appearance faults, though accumulating gigs can affect your standing at inspection.
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