jig jig Your browser does not support the audio element. [ English ] Definition A lively dance of the British Isles originating in the 15th century or earlier, related to the hornpipe and the reel. It may have been the precursor of the baroque gigue. Share Share on Facebook (opens in a new tab) Share on X (opens in a new tab) Last Updated: 2016-05-19 18:27:35