Swig

/swɪɡ/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A large gulp or swallow of a drink.
After a long hike, he enjoyed a refreshing swig of water.
An act of drinking a large quantity of liquid.
With one more swig, the beer bottle was empty.
verb
To take a large gulp or swallow of a drink.
He took a swig from the bottle before passing it around.
To drink something in large gulps.
She swigged her soda as she watched the game.

Etymology

Originated in the early 19th century, likely from the dialectal 'swiggen' meaning to drink.

Common Phrases and Expressions

take a swig
to drink something in a large gulp.
swig it down
to drink quickly or eagerly.
swig of something
a mouthful of a drink.

Related Words

gulp
to swallow eagerly or in large amounts.
quaff
to drink heartily.

Slang Meanings

To take a quick drink, usually alcoholic.
Let's take a swig before we head out.
To consume a beverage rapidly.
He swigged his beer down before ordering another.