lug
9 synonyms for lug, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To carry or drag something heavy, usually with effort.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. verb
To carry or drag something heavy, usually with effort.
“He had to lug his suitcase up four flights of stairs.”
How to use lug
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
lug around
lug a suitcase
battery lug
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.
