zig

¹zig

noun \ˈzig\

Definition of ZIG

1

a : one of the sharp turns, angles, or alterations in a zigzag course

2

: a sharp alteration or change of direction (as in a process or policy) <the quick zigs and zags of his international maneuverings — New York Times>

Origin of ZIG

zigzag

First Known Use: 1840

Rhymes with ZIG

big, brig, cig, dig, fig, gig, grig, jig, pig, prig, rig, sprig, swig, trig, twig, vig, Whig, wig