Meaning & Definition of word "Sucking"
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Sucking
/ˈsʌkɪŋ/
verb:
- 1. The action of drawing in liquid or air through the mouth or a device.
- Example: The baby was sucking on its pacifier contentedly.
- 2. To draw liquid or air into the mouth by creating a vacuum.
- Example: She was sucking the juice through a straw.
- 3. To extract or draw out something, often in a figurative sense.
- Example: The company is sucking up all the resources from the local community.
adjective:
- 1. Informal term used to express dissatisfaction or disappointment.
- Example: That movie was really sucking; I wouldn't recommend it.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old English 'sucian'; akin to Old Norse 'suka' and Latin 'sugere'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
sucking up:
To flatter someone to gain favor.
suck it up:
To endure a difficult situation without complaint.
suck the life out of:
To drain energy or enthusiasm.
Related Words
suck:
to draw in air or liquid through the mouth.
suction:
the process of creating a vacuum to draw in liquid or gas.
Slang Meanings of sucking
Meaning: To perform very poorly.
Example Sentence: That play sucked.
Meaning: To engage in excessive self-pity or whining.
Example Sentence: Stop sucking; just get it done.