noun

chugger

CHUH-guh

Chugger (noun) means British informal: a street fundraiser who stops passers-by to ask for charity donations. Example: “A chugger tried to get me to sign up for a monthly donation outside the station.”

noun

British informal: a street fundraiser who stops passers-by to ask for charity donations.

"A chugger tried to get me to sign up for a monthly donation outside the station."

How to use chugger

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA street fundraiser for a charity, especially one seen as pushy.

When to use it

Informal and often mildly disparaging.

Word forms

chuggers plural, chuggers plural

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Etymology

A blend of charity and mugger, coined to describe pushy street fundraisers.

Rhymes for chugger

bugger mugger hugger slugger

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Frequently asked questions

What does “chugger” mean?

The word “chugger” means british informal: a street fundraiser who stops passers-by to ask for charity donations. In plain terms, a street fundraiser for a charity, especially one seen as pushy.

How do you pronounce “chugger”?

“Chugger” is pronounced CHUH-guh (/ˈtʃʌɡə(ɹ)/ in IPA).

How do you use “chugger” in a sentence?

Here is “chugger” used in a sentence: “A chugger tried to get me to sign up for a monthly donation outside the station.”

What part of speech is “chugger”?

“Chugger” is a noun.