noun
shagging
Shagging (noun) means the act of having sex (crude slang). Example: “Rumours of their shagging spread around the office.”
noun
1
The act of having sex (crude slang).
"Rumours of their shagging spread around the office."
adjective
1
Used to express annoyance or dislike toward something (British slang intensifier).
"I'm sick of this shagging job."
""Where's the shagging remote?" he shouted."
How to use shagging
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishCrude British slang, either for sex or as a swear-word style intensifier expressing irritation.
When to use it
Vulgar slang — avoid in formal writing.
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Word forms
- Plural
- shaggings
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Rhymes for shagging
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What does “shagging” mean?
The word “shagging” means the act of having sex (crude slang). In plain terms, crude British slang, either for sex or as a swear-word style intensifier expressing irritation.
How do you use “shagging” in a sentence?
Here is “shagging” used in a sentence: “Rumours of their shagging spread around the office.”
What part of speech is “shagging”?
Depending on how it is used, “shagging” can be a noun and an adjective.
How many meanings does “shagging” have?
“Shagging” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of having sex (crude slang).
