"Jigged" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
The verb "jigged" is the past tense of the verb "jig", which means to move or dance with a wobbling or jerky motion, typically in a lively or energetic way. It can also mean to load (a mechanism) with a purpose of triggering a specific action. Additionally, "jigged" can be used as an adjective to describe something that is arranged or fixed in a clever or contrived way.
Jigging refers to a fishing technique where a lure or bait is moved vertically up and down through the water to imitate the movement of a baitfish or other prey, often used to catch species such as cod, haddock, and halibut. It can also describe the erratic movement of a fish on the end of the line when it is hooked or struggling to get free. In a non-fishing context, "jigging" can also mean dancing in an awkward or uncoordinated manner, often to a particular type of music.
To jiggle means to move or cause something to move slightly from side to side, often in a loose or unsteady way. It can also describe a feeling of wobbly or unsteady movement. For example, "She jiggled the handle to try and get it loose." or "The jelly in the jelly mold started to jiggle as it warmed up."