Jiffy

The word “jiffy” is a colloquial term used to describe a very short period of time, indicating a moment or instant. It is often used informally to convey a sense of quickness or immediacy in various contexts. In everyday language, saying something will be done in a jiffy implies that it will be completed swiftly or without delay. For example, a cook might say they can prepare a meal in a jiffy, meaning it will be ready quickly.

The term "jiffy" is commonly used in casual conversations, especially when referring to tasks or actions that can be accomplished rapidly. It adds a sense of informality and lightness to the statement, suggesting that the action will be completed in a short amount of time. In technical contexts, particularly in computing and physics, a jiffy can refer to a specific unit of time used for measuring very short intervals. In computing, a jiffy is often defined as the time between two ticks of a computer’s system timer.