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