noun

1. A performing engagement by a musical group; or, generally, any job or role, especially for a musician or performer.

   “Hey, when are we gonna get that hotel gig again?”

2. (by extension) Any job; especially one that is temporary; or alternately, one that is very desirable.

   “Hey, that guy's got a great gig over at the bike shop. He hardly works all day”

3. A forked spear for catching fish, frogs, or other small animals.

Synonyms: leister

verb

1. To fish or catch with a gig, or fish spear.

2. To engage in musical performances.

   “The Stones were gigging around Richmond at the time”

3. To make fun of; to make a joke at someone's expense, often condescending.

   “His older cousin was just gigging him about being in love with that girl from school.”