Meaning & Definition of word "Swig"

Swig

/swɪɡ/

noun:

  • 1. A large gulp or swallow of a drink.
    • Example: After a long hike, he enjoyed a refreshing swig of water.
  • 2. An act of drinking a large quantity of liquid.
    • Example: With one more swig, the beer bottle was empty.

verb:

  • 1. To take a large gulp or swallow of a drink.
    • Example: He took a swig from the bottle before passing it around.
  • 2. To drink something in large gulps.
    • Example: 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 of swig

Meaning: To take a quick drink, usually alcoholic.

Example Sentence: Let's take a swig before we head out.

Meaning: To consume a beverage rapidly.

Example Sentence: He swigged his beer down before ordering another.