as in gadgets
an interesting and often novel device with a practical use
a kitchen store filled with neat little jiggers that you didn't know you needed
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Recent Examples of jiggers
The Mitt left my little glass prep bowls, mini tongs, jiggers, measuring spoons, and thermometer probes sparkling clean.
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Kelsey Jane Youngman,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
13 Mar. 2026
Inspired by the classic cocktail, a generous splash of olive juice gives the buttery sauce a bright, briny bite, while a couple jiggers of vodka or gin adds subtle depth rather than boozy heat.
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Maggie Meyer Glisan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Feb. 2026
Cleaning Bar Tools Beyond Glassware For other types of bar tools like shakers, jiggers, pour spouts, and metal utensils, rinse thoroughly after use and wash with a mild detergent.
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Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
26 Sep. 2025
Kelsey Jane Youngman,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
13 Mar. 2026
Inspired by the classic cocktail, a generous splash of olive juice gives the buttery sauce a bright, briny bite, while a couple jiggers of vodka or gin adds subtle depth rather than boozy heat.
—
Maggie Meyer Glisan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Feb. 2026
Cleaning Bar Tools Beyond Glassware For other types of bar tools like shakers, jiggers, pour spouts, and metal utensils, rinse thoroughly after use and wash with a mild detergent.
—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
26 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for jiggers
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The large-scale furniture and housewares retailer was known for leasing enormous, Costco-like spaces to sell everything from patio furniture to candles, kitchen gadgets and decor.
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Use a tech organizer Loose chargers, cables, and gadgets are easy to misplace during security checks, boarding, and even in-flight, where space is limited.
Noun
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Mendoza said that the search had been exceedingly difficult without the right tools.
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The Drug Enforcement Administration does have those tools, and sometimes works with Brennan's office to investigate cases.
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If time permits, lock your home upon departure and disconnect utilities and appliances.
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Electronics, up 120% compared to average daily sales in June; appliances, up 90%; tools and home improvement, up 70%; home and garden, up 65%; and furniture and bedding, up 55%.
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“Jiggers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jiggers. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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