lug
9 synonyms and 0 antonyms for lug, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To carry or drag something heavy, usually with effort.
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How to use lug
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Etymology
From Middle English luggen, likely from a Scandinavian source (compare Swedish lugga); the noun sense of "ear" comes via Scots lugge, possibly from a similar Norse root.
Full origin of lug →Frequently asked questions
What does “lug” mean?
The word “lug” means to carry or drag something heavy, usually with effort. In plain terms, mostly used today as a verb meaning to haul something heavy around, or as a noun for a protruding fitting like a wire terminal.
How do you pronounce “lug”?
“Lug” is pronounced luhg (/lʌɡ/ in IPA).
How do you use “lug” in a sentence?
Here is “lug” used in a sentence: “He had to lug his suitcase up four flights of stairs.”
What part of speech is “lug”?
Depending on how it is used, “lug” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “lug” come from?
The word “lug” comes from Middle English. From Middle English luggen, likely from a Scandinavian source (compare Swedish lugga); the noun sense of "ear" comes via Scots lugge, possibly from a similar Norse root.
How many meanings does “lug” have?
“Lug” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to carry or drag something heavy, usually with effort.