Jigger

M-W for balance.
*interesting use for UK (above)

Main Entry: 1jig·ger
Pronunciation: 'ji-g&r
Function: noun
Date: 1675
1 : one that jigs or operates a jig
2 : any of several sails
3 : JIG 3a
4 a (1) : a mechanical device usually with a jerky reciprocating motion (2) : a mold or a machine incorporating a revolving mold on which ceramic items (as plates) are formed b : GADGET, DOODAD
5 : a measure used in mixing drinks that usually holds 1 to 2 ounces (30 to 60 milliliters)

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Main Entry: 2jigger
Function: noun
Etymology: perhaps from Wolof jiga insect
Date: 1781
: CHIGGER

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Main Entry: 3jigger
Function: verb
Etymology: frequentative of 2jig
Date: 1867
intransitive senses : to jerk up and down
transitive senses : to alter or rearrange especially by manipulating <jigger an election district>

The bartenders in Vegas don't use a jigger-- they just push a button and hold out their hands for some help.

by Nco November 23, 2003

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A black jewish person they are very rare if you find one i recomend taking a picture and calling up the newspaper.

The jigger just commited murder and then stole their change which was stupid cause they only had a penny.

by petunia68 May 13, 2009

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jiggers

lookout, watching.

Ace Dog held jiggers while I stump broke that punk.

by Jig-Gers October 18, 2003

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A kids go cart made from a scaffold plank, some bits of wood (axles), a piece of rope (steering) and a set of pram wheels (preferably 'Silver Cross'). The term was certainly used in the Tottenham area of N.London during the late 60s.

'Look at those old pram wheels. They'd be great for a jigger'.

by Terry Richards May 2, 2008

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