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How to pronounce “lug

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Pronunciation guide for lug

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of lug with real speech in context.
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8 YouTube examples
Real speech example
How to find a wonderful ideaIf there ain't all that much to lug around
Definition summary
The act of hauling or dragging.

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How to pronounce lug

How to find a wonderful idea

If there ain't all that much to lug around

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “lug

Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • The act of hauling or dragging.
  • That which is hauled or dragged.
  • Anything that moves slowly.
  • (automotive) A lug nut.
  • (electrical engineering) A device for terminating an electrical conductor to facilitate the mechanical connection; to the conductor it may be crimped to form a cold weld, soldered or have pressure from a screw.
  • A part of something which sticks out, used as a handle or support.
  • A large, clumsy, awkward man; a fool.
  • (UK) An ear or ear lobe.
  • A wood box used for transporting fruit or vegetables.
  • (slang) A request for money, as for political purposes.
  • A lugworm.
  • (informal) A pull or drag on a cigarette.
  • [Verb]
  • (transitive, sometimes figurative) To haul or drag along (especially something heavy); to carry; to pull.
  • (transitive) To run at too slow a speed.
  • (transitive, nautical) To carry an excessive amount of sail for the conditions prevailing.
  • (intransitive, horse-racing) To pull toward the inside rail ("lugging in") or the outside rail ("lugging out") during a race.

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