Meaning & Definition of word "Sucking"

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.