noun
zig
zihg
Zig (noun) means a sharp turn in one direction, especially as part of a back-and-forth zigzag movement. Example: “He made a quick zig to the left to dodge the tackle.”
noun
1
A sharp turn in one direction, especially as part of a back-and-forth zigzag movement.
"He made a quick zig to the left to dodge the tackle."
verb
1
To make a sharp turn in one direction.
"The rabbit zigged just as the fox lunged."
How to use zig
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishOne sharp turn in a back-and-forth movement — often paired with "zag" for the turn back the other way.
Common pairings
zig and zag
zig left
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Word forms
- Plural
- zigs
- Third person singular
- zigs
- Past tense
- zigged
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Etymology
A shortened form pulled out of "zigzag."
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “zig” mean?
The word “zig” means a sharp turn in one direction, especially as part of a back-and-forth zigzag movement. In plain terms, one sharp turn in a back-and-forth movement — often paired with "zag" for the turn back the other way.
How do you pronounce “zig”?
“Zig” is pronounced zihg (/zɪɡ/ in IPA).
How do you use “zig” in a sentence?
Here is “zig” used in a sentence: “He made a quick zig to the left to dodge the tackle.”
What part of speech is “zig”?
Depending on how it is used, “zig” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “zig” have?
“Zig” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a sharp turn in one direction, especially as part of a back-and-forth zigzag movement.
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