JIGGER
/ˈdʒɪɡə/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of JIGGER
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.
A measure of 1 1/2 fluid ounces of liquor.
A drink of whisky.
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."
To use a jigger.
To move, send, or drive with a jerk; to jerk; also, to drive or send over with a jerk, as a golf ball.
A sandflea, Tunga penetrans, of the order Siphonaptera; chigoe.
A larva of any of several mites in the family Trombiculidae; chigger, harvest mite.
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Examples of JIGGER in a Sentence
- "You'll have to jigger it from the original specifications to get it to work."
Word Details
Is JIGGER a Scrabble Word?
Yes, JIGGER is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: JIGGER uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for JIGGER
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | j | i | g | g | e | r | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 8 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
| WWF | 10 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 19 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in JIGGER
20 words from the letters in JIGGER
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How to Use JIGGER in Word Games
JIGGER is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 19 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, JIGGER is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble JIGGER to find 20 additional valid words.