gigging

1. 1
   noununcountable

   Performing music or acting in shows, usually for short paid jobs.

   Like doing one small show, then another, then another.

   Gigging at local bars helped the band get noticed.

   She supports herself through gigging in small theater productions.

   Similarperforming, playing

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2. 2
   noununcountable

   Doing freelance or temporary jobs, often one task at a time.

   Like picking up small jobs one by one instead of having one steady job.

   Gigging lets him choose his own hours.

   She started gigging for delivery apps after college.

   Similarfreelancing

3. 3
   verbcolloquial

   The -ing form of gig. Use it after am, is, are, was or were, or to name the action.

   The band has been gigging around town for the past few months.

   She loves gigging at small clubs on the weekend.

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4. 4
   noununcountable

   Catching fish or frogs by spearing them with a pronged tool.

   Like spearing a fish with a special pointed tool.

   Gigging for flounder is best at night in shallow water.

   Many locals enjoy gigging along the riverbank each spring.

   Similarspearfishing

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