Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

swigging

verb
/ˈswɪɡɪŋ/
Definition
The act of drinking a liquid, especially alcohol, in large gulps.
Examples
  • He was swigging a bottle of water after the long run.
  • They spent the evening swigging beers around the campfire.
Meaning
Swigging refers to the action of consuming a drink quickly and often in big sips, typically implying a casual or carefree attitude.
Synonyms
  • Gulping
  • Chugging
  • Drinking
  • Downing