Jigger

noun

  1. A double-ended vessel, generally of stainless steel or other metal, one end of which typically measures 1 1/2 fluid ounces, the other typically 1 fluid ounce.

  2. A measure of 1 1/2 fluid ounces of liquor.

  3. A drink of whisky.

Synonyms: pony, jiggermast, doojigger, thingamajig, jolley, handcar, speeder

verb

  1. To alter or adjust, particularly in ways not originally intended.

    You'll have to jigger it from the original specifications to get it to work.

  2. To use a jigger.

  3. To move, send, or drive with a jerk; to jerk; also, to drive or send over with a jerk, as a golf ball.

Synonyms: jolley

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