Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tug
verb
/tʌɡ/
Definition
To pull something with a sharp or sudden movement.
Examples
- She had to tug the door to get it open.
- The child tugged at his mother’s sleeve to get her attention.
- He tugged on the rope to help pull the boat to shore.
Meaning
Tug refers to the action of pulling something hard or quickly, often with the use of force.
Synonyms
- pull
- haul
- tow
- drag
- yank
