Slug

/slʌg/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A slow-moving, wingless creature similar to a snail, often regarded as a pest in gardens.

I found a slug crawling on the lettuce in my garden.

An industrially manufactured item that is not intended for sale to the general public, typically used for testing or demonstration.

The factory released a slug of the new product to test its market viability.

A bullet or projectile.

The gunshot echoed through the street as the slug hit the target.

verb

To move slowly or lazily.

He slugged through the mud on his way to the car.

To strike someone with a heavy blow.

He slugged his opponent during the heated argument.

Middle English slugge, of uncertain origin.

slug it out

To engage in a fight or contest, usually with little regard for consequences.

take a slug

To drink a large swallow, especially of an alcoholic beverage.

slugger

An athlete known for their heavy hitting or strong strikes.

snail

A similar mollusk that usually has a coiled shell.

slugger

A person who hits hard in sports, especially baseball.

A heavy drinker.

After work, he's always a slug at the bar.

A lazy person.

Stop being a slug and help out around the house!