Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

jig

Noun and Verb

/dʒɪɡ/

Definition

A lively dance or a tune accompanying it, often characterized by rapid movements.

Examples

During the festival, many people joined in a jig, filling the hall with laughter and joy.
The musician played a jig on the fiddle, inviting everyone to dance.
He loves to jig on the weekend at local dances.

Meaning

The term ‘jig’ refers to both a type of dance and the music that is played for that dance. It is typically upbeat and involves quick steps and lively movements.