Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chug
verb
/tʃʌg/
Definition
To make a sound like a locomotive, often associated with heavy breathing or the noise of a steam engine.
Examples
- We could hear the train chugging along the tracks.
- He chugged his soda down in just a few seconds.
- The old engine chugged as it pulled the heavy load.
Meaning
To move or work in a steady and slow manner, often with effort. It can also mean to drink something quickly or in large gulps, like chugging a beverage.
Synonyms
- gulp
- slug
- down
- operate
- move slowly
