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Jiggle

/ˈd͡ʒɪɡəl/ · noun

Meaning

A relatively weak shaking movement..

Definitions by Sense

  1. A relatively weak shaking movement.
  2. (transitive) To shake something gently; to rattle or wiggle.
  3. (intransitive) To shake, rattle, or wiggle.

Example Sentences

Give the key a jiggle and see if it opens.
Jiggle the handle and see if the water stops.
A hooker named Suzibelle Hickins // Found London and Cambridge fine pickin’s // She would jiggle her titties // As the tail of two cities, // That dirty and hot little Dickens!
The jelly jiggled in the bowl for a few moments after it was set down.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does jiggle mean?

Jiggle means A relatively weak shaking movement..

What is a synonym for jiggle?

Common synonyms include wiggle, joggle.

What is the opposite of jiggle?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use jiggle in a sentence?

Give the key a jiggle and see if it opens.

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