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zig Definition

zig (zig)

noun

  1. any of the short, sharp angles or turns of a zigzag pattern, alternating with a zag
  2. any sharp turn away from a straight course

Etymology: see zigzag

intransitive verb zigged, zig′·ging

  1. to move in a zig
  2. to zigzag

zig Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • zag: To create a more natural hedgerow, place your plants in a random order in a zig zag pattern.
  • zagging: Option 2: We sail out for another 5 hours, zig zagging past the island of Eigg, to Loch Nevis.
  • rig: In the middle of all the floater action Paul's zig rig rod tore off.
  • path: A walk down the zig zag path just below the suspension bridge brings you to Hotwells - the entrance to Bristol's Floating Harbor.
  • pattern: To create a more natural hedgerow, place your plants in a random order in a zig zag pattern.
  • line: Here you can see cars parking even on the zig zag line.

Noun used with modifier

  • path: As you take your rest breaks you can look up to the Ben and see the path zig zagging above you.