Meaning & Definition of word "Tug"

Tug

/tʌg/

1. a strong pull or tug.
- Example: He gave the rope a firm tug to see if it was secure.
2. a small, powerful boat used to tow larger vessels.
- Example: The tug maneuvered alongside the cargo ship to assist it into the harbor.

1. to pull or drag something with a sharp or sudden movement.
- Example: She had to tug the stubborn suitcase out of the trunk.
2. to exert a strong influence or pull on something.
- Example: The child felt a tug in her heart when she saw the abandoned puppy.

Middle English, from Old Norse 'tog' meaning 'to pull.'

tug at someone's heartstrings:

to evoke deep emotions in someone

tug of war:

a contest in which teams pull on opposite ends of a rope

tug the forelock:

to show respect or deference

pull:

to exert force on something to move it toward oneself

tow:

to pull a vehicle or boat behind another vehicle

jerk:

to pull something suddenly

Meaning: To engage in a sexual act (often referring to masturbation)

Example Sentence: He decided to tug one out before going to sleep.

Meaning: To leave quickly or suddenly

Example Sentence: Let's tug out of here before the cops arrive.