zigzag

🇬🇧 UK/'zigzæg/🇺🇸 US
TOEFLGREC2

Definitions

n.

A line or path with sharp alternating turns in opposite directions

之字形,锯齿形,曲折线

v.

To move or proceed in a zigzag pattern with sharp alternating turns

曲折前进,走之字形

adj.

Having or forming a zigzag shape or pattern

之字形的,曲折的

adv.

In a zigzag manner

之字形地,曲折地

🧩 Root Breakdown

Loanword
zigother
+
zagother
=zigzag

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The hiking trail zigzagged up the steep mountain.

  • 2.

    He followed a zigzag pattern to avoid the obstacles.

  • 3.

    The lizard zigzagged across the hot sand to find shade.

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