1. A girocheque. 2. A back alleyway.
Jigger
JIG-er
ˈdʒɪɡər
Noun
Example Sentences
"Down the jigger."
"Waiting for me jigger."
Etymology & History
Scouse dual meaning: giro benefit cheque or back alley. Jigger for alley from Liverpool architecture.
Word Details
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Region
Liverpool
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Era
1900s
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Language
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Formality
neutral
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