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How to pronounce “swig

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Pronunciation guide for swig

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of swig with real speech in context.
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8 YouTube examples
Real speech example
A Proper DrinkThey've thrown these Pig and Punch, now Swig and Swine--
Definition summary
To drink (usually by gulping or in a greedy or unrefined manner); to quaff.

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How to pronounce swig

A Proper Drink

They've thrown these Pig and Punch, now Swig and Swine--

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “swig

Meaning

  • [Verb]
  • To drink (usually by gulping or in a greedy or unrefined manner); to quaff.
  • (obsolete) To suck.
  • (nautical) To take up the last bit of slack in rigging by taking a single turn around a cleat, then hauling on the line above and below the cleat while keeping tension on the line.
  • [Noun]
  • (obsolete) Drink, liquor. [1540s–?]
  • (by extension) A long draught from a drink. [from 1620s]
  • (obsolete) A person who drinks deeply.
  • (nautical) A tackle with ropes which are not parallel.
  • Warm beer flavoured with spices, lemon, etc.

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