lug

[lʌɡ]

lug Definition

• 1. to carry or drag something heavy with a lot of effort
• 2. a projecting piece by which something is held or supported

Using lug: Examples

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

• Example

  I had to lug my suitcase up three flights of stairs.

• Example

  She lugged the box into the garage.

• Example

  The bag was too heavy for him to lug around all day.

• Example

  The boat has four lugs for attaching the oars.

lug Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for lug

• carry
• haul
• drag
• tote
• schlep

Phrases with lug

• lug nut

  a fastener, typically a hexagonal or square nut, used to secure a wheel on a vehicle

  Example

  The mechanic tightened the lug nuts on the car's wheels.

• lug wrench

  a tool used to loosen or tighten lug nuts on a vehicle's wheels

  Example

  He used a lug wrench to change the flat tire on his car.

• lug sail

  a four-sided sail used on small boats and dinghies

  Example

  The sailor raised the lug sail to catch the wind.

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Summary: lug in Brief

The verb 'lug' [lʌɡ] means to carry or drag something heavy with effort. It can also refer to a projecting piece used for holding or supporting something. Examples include 'I had to lug my suitcase up three flights of stairs' and 'The boat has four lugs for attaching the oars.' Phrases include 'lug nut,' 'lug wrench,' and 'lug sail.'