noun
Tigger
TIH-guh
Tigger (noun) means an overly enthusiastic, bouncy, energetic person. Example: “Their new intern is a real Tigger, always bursting with energy.”
noun
1
An overly enthusiastic, bouncy, energetic person.
"Whereas Olivier, particularly when first nights approached in which he was appearing, invited protectiveness from those around him, Hall was sometimes like a Tigger whom others wanted to unbounce."
— John Elsom, Nicholas Tomalin (1978)
"Their new intern is a real Tigger, always bursting with energy."
How to use Tigger
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA nickname for someone who is bubbly, hyperactive, and always upbeat.
When to use it
Informal, and often used affectionately.
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Word forms
- Plural
- Tiggers
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Etymology
From Tigger, the bouncy tiger character created by A. A. Milne in the Winnie-the-Pooh stories.
Rhymes for Tigger
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What does “Tigger” mean?
The word “Tigger” means an overly enthusiastic, bouncy, energetic person. In plain terms, a nickname for someone who is bubbly, hyperactive, and always upbeat.
How do you pronounce “Tigger”?
“Tigger” is pronounced TIH-guh (/ˈtɪɡɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Tigger” in a sentence?
Here is “Tigger” used in a sentence: “Their new intern is a real Tigger, always bursting with energy.”
What part of speech is “Tigger”?
“Tigger” is a noun.
