zigzag
/ˈzɪɡˌzæɡ/
noun
- A line or pattern that makes sharp turns in alternating directions, like a series of 'V' shapes.
- She drew a zigzag across the paper to represent lightning.
- The stitching on the fabric formed a neat zigzag.
- The path up the mountain was a series of zigzags to make the climb easier.
verb
- To move or change direction in a series of sharp turns, first one way then the other.
- The rabbit zigzagged across the field to escape the hawk.
- We zigzagged through the crowded market to avoid bumping into people.
- The skier zigzagged down the steep slope.
adjective
- Having or forming a pattern of sharp turns in alternating directions.
- She wore a scarf with a zigzag pattern in bright colors.
- The lightning bolt left a zigzag mark on the tree.
- The road had a zigzag shape as it climbed the hill.
Synonyms
adverb
- In a zigzag manner; with sharp turns first one way then the other.
- The trail went zigzag up the cliff.
- The car drove zigzag to avoid the potholes.
- The children ran zigzag across the playground, laughing.