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FIZGIG
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Dictionary entry overview: What does fizgig mean?
• FIZGIG (noun)
The noun FIZGIG has 2 senses:
1. an implement with a shaft and barbed point used for catching fish
2. a firework that fizzes as it moves
Familiarity information: FIZGIG used as a noun is rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
An implement with a shaft and barbed point used for catching fish
Classified under:
Nouns denoting man-made objects
Synonyms:
fishgig; fizgig; gig; lance; spear
Hypernyms ("fizgig" is a kind of...):
implement (instrumentation (a piece of equipment or tool) used to effect an end)
Hyponyms (each of the following is a kind of "fizgig"):
harpoon (a spear with a shaft and barbed point for throwing; used for catching large fish or whales; a strong line is attached to it)
leister (a spear with three or more prongs; used for spearing fish (especially salmon))
Holonyms ("fizgig" is a member of...):
fishing gear; fishing rig; fishing tackle; rig; tackle (gear used in fishing)
Sense 2
Meaning:
A firework that fizzes as it moves
Classified under:
Nouns denoting man-made objects
Hypernyms ("fizgig" is a kind of...):
firework; pyrotechnic ((usually plural) a device with an explosive that burns at a low rate and with colored flames; can be used to illuminate areas or send signals etc.)
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