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DictionaryslugHard blow
noun / verb

slug

A forceful hit with a fist or object.

He slugs the punching bag with his right fist.

Etymology
slogProbable sourceEnglishto hit hard

Probably an expressive variant of slog. The striking verb is separate from the slow-moving animal's name.

More examples

  • A sudden slug knocked the box aside.
  • The fighter slugged his opponent in the shoulder.
  • They were slugging away at the heavy bag.

Forms

slug · slugs · slugged · slugging

slugger noun — someone who hits hard

Similar words

punch
A blow with the fist.
clout
A hard hit.