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zag.

One of a series of sharp turns or reversals.

3 characters1 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/zæɡ/
  1. One of a series of sharp turns or reversals.

  2. One of a series of sharp turns or reversals. A twist in a storyline.

Where this word comes from

Back-formation from zigzag. Compare zig.

verb/zæɡ/
  1. To move with a sharp turn or reversal.

    intransitive
Where this word comes from

Back-formation from zigzag. Compare zig.

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