Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shag
verb / noun
/ʃæɡ/
Definition
Shag refers to a style of dance that involves energetic movements, or it can mean to have sexual intercourse. It is also used to describe a type of coarse, long hair or fur. Additionally, the term can denote a particular kind of carpet or fabric that has a long pile.
Examples
- They enjoyed a night of dancing the shag at the party.
- He had a shag haircut popular in the 70s.
- Some will refer to their casual encounters as a shag.
Meaning
Shag can mean both a lively dance and a form of casual sexual activity. It can also relate to the texture of certain materials.
Synonyms
- dance
- copulate
- frolic
- shag rug
