zigzag

[eberntson]

zigzag

Definitions
noun
1.a line or course characterized by sharp turns in alternating directions
2.one of the series of such turns
3.something having the form of a zigzag
adjective
4.(usually prenominal) formed in or proceeding in a zigzag
5.(of sewing machine stitches) produced in a zigzag by a swing needle used for joining stretch fabrics, neatening raw edges, etc
adverb
6.in a zigzag manner
verb
7.to proceed or cause to proceed in a zigzag
8.(tr) to form into a zigzag
Alternative Forms
ˈzigˌzaggedness noun ˈzigˌzagger noun
Word Origin
C18: from French, from German zickzack, from Zacke point, jagged projection; from French, from German from point, jagged projection; see 1

(Source: Collins English Dictionary)

Comment: I like the "zickzack" which can mean jagged, but also used as a verb/adverb in the same way "Lickety-split"

For more amusement, see the Devils Dictionary.

[Slava]

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[eberntson]

I'm so happy when I can be useful...

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