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noun a small, slender measuring device for liquor, typically holding 1 1/2 ounces

verb to alter or manipulate in a way that is not strictly honest or legal, often in a small or subtle way

• The bartender used a jigger to measure out the exact amount of liquor for each cocktail.
• Can you pass me that jigger so I can pour myself a drink?
• I can't believe he jiggered the results of the experiment to make himself look better.
• She had to jigger her schedule to fit in all of her appointments.

noun a fish that is hooked but not caught

• The scientist used a centrifugal spinner to separate the different components of the solution.
• I bought a fidget spinner to play with during class.
• Have you seen that new spinner trick on TikTok? It's so cool!
• Her ability to adapt to new situations quickly makes her a real spinner in the workplace.