Pronunciation: /ˈdʒɪɡər/
noun a small, slender measuring device for liquor, typically holding 1 1/2 ounces
A1 I need a jigger to measure out the ingredients for the recipe.
A2 The bartender used a jigger to pour the exact amount of alcohol into the cocktail.
B1 Please pass me the jigger so I can mix the drink properly.
B2 The chef used a jigger to ensure precise measurements in the kitchen.
C1 The scientist calibrated the instrument with a jigger to ensure accurate results.
C2 The master distiller used a custom-made jigger to create the perfect blend of spirits.
verb to alter or manipulate in a way that is not strictly honest or legal, often in a small or subtle way
A1 I jiggered the ingredients in the bowl to mix them together.
A2 She jiggered with the settings on the camera to get the perfect shot.
B1 The mechanic jiggered the engine to get it running smoothly again.
B2 The chef jiggered the recipe to make it more suitable for vegetarians.
C1 He jiggered the financial projections to make them more accurate.
C2 The software engineer jiggered the code to improve its efficiency.
formal The bartender used a jigger to measure out the exact amount of liquor for each cocktail.
informal Can you pass me that jigger so I can pour myself a drink?
slang I can't believe he jiggered the results of the experiment to make himself look better.
figurative She had to jigger her schedule to fit in all of her appointments.
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