Pronunciation: /tɪɡ/
noun a game involving two players, one of whom attempts to tag the other
A1 I saw a small tig at the zoo.
A2 The tig was hiding in the bushes.
B1 The tig's stripes help it blend in with its surroundings.
B2 The tig's powerful jaws can crush bones.
C1 Conservation efforts are helping to protect tigs in the wild.
C2 The tig's roar echoed through the jungle.
verb to touch or tag someone in the game of tag
A1 I can't tig the heavy box by myself.
A2 She tigs her shoelaces before going for a run.
B1 The mechanic tigged the loose bolt to secure it in place.
B2 He tigged the wires together to ensure a strong connection.
C1 The engineer tigged the components of the machine to optimize its performance.
C2 The skilled craftsman tigged the pieces of wood together with precision.
formal The TIG welding process is commonly used in the manufacturing industry.
informal I learned how to do TIG welding in my metalworking class.
slang I heard he's a real TIG when it comes to fixing cars.
figurative Her determination to succeed was like a TIG, never giving up despite the obstacles.
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