gig
//ɡɪɡ//
Noun
gigSingular
gigsPlural
1
A live performance by a musician or band, especially in a small venue or as part of a tour.
The band has a gig at a small club tonight.
2
A temporary or freelance job, especially one that is short-term or project-based.
She picked up a gig as a graphic designer for a startup.
Synonym
Noun
gigSingular
gigsPlural
1
A light, two-wheeled carriage pulled by one horse.
They rode through the countryside in a gig.
2
A small rowboat designed for speed, often used by a ship's captain.
The captain ordered the crew to lower the gig so he could row to shore.
Verb
gigInfinitive
gigPresent tense
giggedPast tense
giggedPast participle
giggingPresent participle
gigsThird-person singular
1
To perform music at a live event or venue.
The band will gig at the local club this weekend.
2
To work at temporary or freelance jobs.
She gigs as a graphic designer while looking for a full-time job.