I. ˈzig noun
Etymology: zig zag
Date: 1840
1.
a. : one of the sharp turns, angles, or alterations in a zigzag course
b. : one of the short straight lines or sections of a zigzag course at an angle to a zag
2. : a sharp alteration or change of direction (as in a process or policy)
the quick zig s and zags of his international maneuverings — New York Times
II. intransitive verb
( zigged ; zig·ging )
Date: 1940
: to execute a zig — usually contrasted with zag
zig s when others zag