gig

/ɡɪɡ/
noun
  1. A performance by a musician, comedian, or other performer, especially a single event.
    • She landed her first gig as a stand-up comedian.
    • They played a gig in a small theater downtown.
    • The band has a gig at the local club this Friday.
  2. A job, especially a temporary or freelance one.
    • Many people work multiple gigs to make ends meet.
    • He took a gig as a freelance graphic designer.
    • She found a gig walking dogs for neighbors.
  3. A light, two-wheeled carriage pulled by one horse.
    • In the 19th century, people often traveled by gig.
    • An old gig was parked outside the inn.
    • The farmer drove a gig to the market.
verb
  1. To perform at a gig or work a temporary job.
    • They gig around the city during the summer.
    • She gigs at local cafes on weekends.
    • He gigs as a session musician for different bands.
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