"side gig" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: side gigs [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} side gig (plural side gigs)
  1. (slang) A gig (temporary or informal job) being done on the side; a person's non-primary job or other occupation, often distinguished by factors such as formality, legality, personal priority, and/or financial return. Tags: slang Synonyms: side hustle
    Sense id: en-side_gig-en-noun-N~XdT9oA Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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