noun
mig
mihg
Mig (noun) means a milligram, informally abbreviated. Example: “The recipe calls for 50 migs of the additive.”
noun
1
A milligram, informally abbreviated.
"The recipe calls for 50 migs of the additive."
2
Any of a family of Soviet and Russian fighter jets, properly written "MiG".
"The airshow featured a vintage MiG fighter."
How to use mig
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither a casual shorthand for milligram, or (properly capitalised as MiG) a Russian fighter jet.
Common mistake
When referring to the aircraft, the standard spelling is "MiG", not "mig".
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Word forms
- Plural
- migs
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The recipe calls for 50 _____ of the additive.
Etymology
The milligram sense probably comes from how "mg" is pronounced; "MiG" comes from the initials of Soviet designers Mikoyan and Gurevich.
Frequently asked questions
What does “mig” mean?
The word “mig” means a milligram, informally abbreviated. In plain terms, either a casual shorthand for milligram, or (properly capitalised as MiG) a Russian fighter jet.
How do you pronounce “mig”?
“Mig” is pronounced mihg (/mɪɡ/ in IPA).
How do you use “mig” in a sentence?
Here is “mig” used in a sentence: “The recipe calls for 50 migs of the additive.”
What part of speech is “mig”?
“Mig” is a noun.
How many meanings does “mig” have?
“Mig” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a milligram, informally abbreviated.
