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Synonyms for Zigzag & Similar Words

Definition of zigzag

adverb
  1. in a zigzag course or on a zigzag path; "birds flew zigzag across the blue sky"
adjective
  1. having short sharp turns or angles
noun
  1. an angular shape characterized by sharp turns in alternating directions

4 synonyms found

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What are synonyms for zigzag?
Synonyms for zigzag include: crank, crooked, zag, zig.
How many synonyms does zigzag have?
Zigzag has 4 synonyms.

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