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Meaning of FIZGIG

Pronunciation:  'fiz`gig

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
  1. [n]  a firework that fizzes as it moves
  2. [n]  an implement with a shaft and barbed point used for catching fish
 
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 Synonyms: fishgig, gig, lance, spear
 
 See Also: firework, fishing gear, fishing rig, fishing tackle, harpoon, implement, leister, pyrotechnics, rig, tackle

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
  1. \Fiz"gig`\ (f[i^]z"g[i^]g), n.
    A fishgig. [Obs.] --Sandys.
    
  2. \Fiz"gig`\, n. [Fizz + gig whirling thing.]
    A firework, made of damp powder, which makes a fizzing or
    hissing noise when it explodes.
    
  3. \Fiz"gig`\, n. [See {Gig} a flirt.]
    A gadding, flirting girl. --Gosson.
    
 
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