Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chug-a-lug
verb
/ˈchəɡ ə ˈlʌɡ/
Definition
To drink quickly or in large gulps, often used informally.
Examples
- After a long day, we decided to chug-a-lug a few beers at the local bar.
- To win the contest, she had to chug-a-lug her soda in under a minute.
- During the party, we laughed as we watched our friend chug-a-lug his drink.
Meaning
The term ‘chug-a-lug’ refers to the act of consuming a beverage rapidly, typically used in a casual or social context. It often connotes drinking alcohol, but can apply to any drink.
Synonyms
- gulp
- down
- swig
- knock back
