gig
Pronunciation: [ɡɪɡ]
Word
Context: "entertainment"
(noun) a live performance, like a concert or show. When a band plays music for an audience, that’s called a gig.
Example
The band has a gig at the local park this weekend.
Example
She didn't enjoy the last gig because the sound was not good.
Example
When is your next gig scheduled?
Context: "work"
(noun) a job or task, usually temporary or informal. When someone works on a project for a short time, it can be called a gig.
Example
He found a gig as a freelance writer.
Example
Finding a gig during the summer was harder than she expected.
Example
What kind of gig are you looking for right now?
Context: "entertainment"
(verb) to perform music or entertain an audience. When musicians play for people, they are said to gig.
Example
They gigged at the festival and had a great time.
Example
Last year, they didn't gig as much because of the pandemic.
Example
Have you ever gigged at a big event?
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