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jigger

[jig-er] / ˈdʒɪg ər /




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In October 2015, for example, the Chinese crew on a squid jigger called the Ningtai 89 went on strike after the ship owner tried to pay lower wages than he originally promised.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 7, 2023

A 1/2-ounce Japanese-style jigger, which is more elongated and narrow than other types, is the “most necessary piece of barware,” Spangler said.

From Seattle Times Dec. 17, 2021

It comes with a stainless steel shaking tin, strainer, jigger, bar spoon, mixing glass and a square ice cube tray – all of which are made from recognizable drinkware brands like Koriko, Yarai and CoCo.

From Fox News Dec. 15, 2021

You won’t need anything complicated: a cocktail spoon, a jigger for measuring, cocktail and rocks glasses.

From Washington Post Nov. 17, 2021

I've got no use for a jigger that don't call a cow by its right name.

From The Rider of Golden Bar by William Patterson White




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