Lug

/lʌɡ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A device for lifting or carrying; a handle or ear on a container.

The lug on the side of the bucket made it easy to carry.

A cylindrical part used to connect something, especially in machinery.

The engineer examined the lug to ensure it was securely fastened.

verb

To carry or drag a heavy object with effort.

I had to lug the heavy suitcase up the stairs.

To pull or push a vehicle, especially when it is difficult to move.

The truck got stuck in the mud, so we had to lug it out with another vehicle.

Middle English, probably of Scandinavian origin; compare with Old Norse 'lugga' meaning 'to pull or drag'.

lug around

To carry or move something heavy for a long time.

lug it

To endure a difficult task or situation.

lugs and lugs

An informal phrase suggesting many heavy burdens.

luggage

Bags and suitcases carried by travelers.

lugger

A type of sailing vessel that can carry a heavy cargo.

A clumsy person.

He tripped over his own feet like a real lug.

To work hard at a menial task.

Stop lugging around and get to the real work!