jigger
7 synonyms for jigger, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small measuring cup used by bartenders to pour a precise amount of liquor, typically 1 to 1.5 fluid ounces.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use jigger
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a jigger of whiskey
shot and a jigger
Etymology
From "jig" plus the agent suffix "-er."
Full origin of jigger →Frequently asked questions
What does “jigger” mean?
The word “jigger” means a small measuring cup used by bartenders to pour a precise amount of liquor, typically 1 to 1.5 fluid ounces. In plain terms, most commonly the small metal cup bartenders use to measure spirits.
How do you pronounce “jigger”?
“Jigger” is pronounced JIH-guh (/ˈd͡ʒɪɡɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “jigger” in a sentence?
Here is “jigger” used in a sentence: “The bartender used a jigger to measure the vodka exactly.”
What is another word for “jigger”?
Words with a similar meaning to “jigger” include doojigger, handcar and speeder.
What part of speech is “jigger”?
“Jigger” is a noun.
How many meanings does “jigger” have?
“Jigger” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small measuring cup used by bartenders to pour a precise amount of liquor, typically 1 to 1.5 fluid ounces.
