gig

(noun) long and light rowing boat; especially for racing.

(noun) an implement with a shaft and barbed point used for catching fish. Synonyms: spear, fizgig, fishgig, lance.

(noun) a cluster of hooks (without barbs) that is drawn through a school of fish to hook their bodies; used when fish are not biting.

(noun) tender that is a light ship's boat; often for personal use of captain.

(noun) small two-wheeled horse-drawn carriage; with two seats and no hood.

(noun) a booking for musicians. Example: "They played a gig in new jersey."