lug
noun
1. ancient Celtic god
Similar word(s): lugh
Definition categories: person
2. a sail with four corners that is hoisted from a yard that is oblique to the mast
Similar word(s): lugsail
Definition categories: man–made
3. a projecting piece that is used to lift or support or turn something
Definition categories: man–made, projection
4. marine worms having a row of tufted gills along each side of the back; often used for fishing bait
Similar word(s): lobworm, lugworm
Definition categories: animal, polychaete, polychete
Sentences with lug as a noun:
- a hard lug
- The pack is a heavy lug.
- They put the lug on him at the courthouse.
verb
1. carry with difficulty
- You'll have to lug this suitcase
Definition categories: contact, carry, transport
2. obstruct
Definition categories: contact, choke, clog, congest, foul
Sentences with lug as a verb:
- Why do you always lug around so many books?
- When driving up a hill, choose a lower gear so you don't lug the engine.