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DictionaryslugLarge swallow
noun / verb

slug

A large swallow of a drink.

He takes a slug of water after the run.

Etymology
slugProbable sourceEnglisha solid lump or substantial portion

Probably a figurative use of slug for a substantial portion taken at once. The exact semantic development is uncertain.

More examples

  • She slugged down the cold drink.
  • One large slug nearly emptied the glass.
  • He paused for another slug from the bottle.

Forms

slug · slugs · slugged · slugging

Similar words

swig
A large swallow, informal.
gulp
A large hurried swallow.