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slug

[slʌɡ]

slug Definition

  • 1a tough-skinned terrestrial mollusk that typically lacks a shell, living in damp habitats and often feeding on decaying matter
  • 2a single shot or bullet in a shotgun cartridge
  • 3a strip of metal used for spacing type

Using slug: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "slug" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The garden was full of slugs after the rain.

  • Example

    He loaded the shotgun with a slug.

  • Example

    The printer needed a slug to separate the paragraphs.

slug Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with slug

  • to fight or compete fiercely until one side emerges as the winner

    Example

    The two boxers slugged it out for twelve rounds.

  • to take a drink, especially an alcoholic one

    Example

    After a long day at work, he likes to take a slug of whiskey.

  • a line of people waiting for a ride-sharing service or carpool

    Example

    She joined the slug line to save money on her commute.

Origins of slug

from Old English 'sloc', meaning 'a blow'

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Summary: slug in Brief

A 'slug' [slʌɡ] can refer to a type of mollusk that lacks a shell, a single shot or bullet in a shotgun cartridge, or a strip of metal used for spacing type. Examples include 'The garden was full of slugs after the rain.' and 'He loaded the shotgun with a slug.' Phrases include 'slug it out,' meaning to fight fiercely, 'take a slug,' meaning to take a drink, and 'slug line,' meaning a line of people waiting for a ride-sharing service.

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