a fisherman's lure with one or more hooks that is jerked up and down in the water
"He switched to a silver jig as soon as he spotted the school of trout moving near the surface."
a device that holds a piece of machine work and guides the tools operating on it
"The machinist adjusted the jig to ensure the drill bit aligned perfectly before securing the metal bracket."
any of various old rustic dances involving kicking and leaping
"The tourists gathered in the square to watch the locals perform a lively jig that featured high kicks and energetic leaps."
A light, brisk musical movement; a gigue.
"The old minstrel show featured a performer known as Jig who danced with exaggerated movements to entertain the crowd in the 19th century."
A black person.
dance a quick dance with leaping and kicking motions
"After finishing their appetizers, the guests stood up to jig in time with the lively polka music filling the room."
To move briskly, especially as a dance.
"The children began to jig around the campfire after finishing their dinner."