jigger (Meaning)
jigger (n)
a small glass adequate to hold a single swallow of whiskey
any small mast on a sailing vessel; especially the mizzenmast of a yawl
larval mite that sucks the blood of vertebrates including human beings causing intense irritation
jigger (n.)
A species of flea (Sarcopsylla, / Pulex, penetrans), which burrows beneath the skin. See Chigoe.
A pendulum rolling machine for slicking or graining leather; same as Jack, 4 (i).
Any one of several species of small red mites (esp. Tetranychus irritans and T. Americanus) which, in the larval or leptus stage, burrow beneath the skin of man and various animals, causing great annoyance.
jigger (n. & v.)
One who, or that which, jigs; specifically, a miner who sorts or cleans ore by the process of jigging; also, the sieve used in jigging.
A horizontal table carrying a revolving mold, on which earthen vessels are shaped by rapid motion; a potter's wheel.
A templet or tool by which vessels are shaped on a potter's wheel.
A light tackle, consisting of a double and single block and the fall, used for various purposes, as to increase the purchase on a topsail sheet in hauling it home; the watch tackle.
A small fishing vessel, rigged like a yawl.
A supplementary sail. See Dandy, n., 2 (b).
jigger (v. t.)
To move, send, or drive with a jerk; to jerk; also, to drive or send over with a jerk, as a golf ball.
Synonyms & Antonyms of jigger
Synonyms:
jigger Sentence Examples
- The bartender meticulously measured the ingredients using a jigger, ensuring the perfect balance of flavors in the cocktail.
- The coffee maker had a built-in coffee jigger, simplifying the process of preparing a precise cup of coffee.
- While baking, the recipe called for a jigger of vanilla extract to enhance the flavor of the cake.
- The DIY project required a jigger of wood glue to securely attach the pieces of furniture together.
- The jigger used in sewing machines helps create intricate patterns and designs on fabric.
- The mechanic carefully used a jigger to precisely align the engine components during the repair.
- Practicing bartending skills involves learning how to pour accurate measurements of liquids using a jigger.
- The hiker packed a mini jigger in their backpack to conveniently purify water during their outdoor adventures.
- A jigger of distilled water was added to the humidifying device, providing moisture to the surrounding air.
- The chemist measured out a jigger of a chemical solution, carefully following the instructions for the experiment.
FAQs About the word jigger
a small glass adequate to hold a single swallow of whiskey, any small mast on a sailing vessel; especially the mizzenmast of a yawl, larval mite that sucks the
tool, contraption,gadget,gizmo, gismo, gimmick, accessory, mechanism, appliance, widget
No antonyms found.
The bartender meticulously measured the ingredients using a jigger, ensuring the perfect balance of flavors in the cocktail.
The coffee maker had a built-in coffee jigger, simplifying the process of preparing a precise cup of coffee.
While baking, the recipe called for a jigger of vanilla extract to enhance the flavor of the cake.
The DIY project required a jigger of wood glue to securely attach the pieces of furniture together.
