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Chugging: meaning, definitions and examples

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chugging

 

[ หˆสงสŒgษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

drinking quickly

Chugging refers to the act of drinking a beverage quickly and in large gulps, typically without pausing to sip. This term is often associated with alcoholic beverages, where individuals may chug as a part of social drinking or party culture. The practice can lead to rapid intoxication, hence it's often done in a competitive or celebratory context. Chugging can also apply to non-alcoholic drinks in casual gatherings.

Synonyms

downing, gulping, swigging

Examples of usage

  • They started chugging beers at the party.
  • He chugged the water after the long run.
  • The crowd cheered as she chugged her drink.
  • Chugging soda is common during games.
Context #2 | Verb

moving or working slowly

In a different context, chugging can describe a slow, steady movement, often associated with a train or mechanical device. This term evokes the image of a train making rhythmic, labored sounds as it progresses along the tracks, symbolizing a deliberate or effortful pace. It can also be used metaphorically to describe someone or something that operates in a slow but consistent manner.

Synonyms

moping, plodding, trudging

Examples of usage

  • The old train was chugging along the tracks.
  • The computer was chugging while processing the large file.
  • She could hear the chugging of the engine in the distance.
  • He was chugging through his homework slowly.

Translations

Translations of the word "chugging" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น chugging

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเฅเค—เคฟเค‚เค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช chugging

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ chugging

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‡ัƒะณั–ะฝะณ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ chugging

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใƒฅใ‚ฎใƒณใ‚ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท chugging

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ chugging

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท chugging

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ถ”๊น…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุดูˆุฌูŠู†ุบ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ chugging

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ chugging

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ’•ๅ’•ๅฃฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ chugging

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ chugging

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‡ัƒะณะธะฝะณ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฉแƒฃแƒ’แƒ˜แƒœแƒ’แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ รงugging

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ chugging

Etymology

The word 'chug' has an interesting etymological background that traces back to the late 19th century. It is thought to mimic the sound made by a steam engine or locomotive, reflecting the sound of โ€˜chuggingโ€™ as it moves slowly along the tracks. Initially associated primarily with train locomotion, the usage of 'chug' evolved over time to encompass the act of drinking quickly in pubs and party settings. Linguistically, its roots are often linked to onomatopoeia, where the word is formed from a sound associated with the action. The verb form of the word became common in American English, particularly among college students and in drinking contexts, solidifying its meaning within the cultural lexicon. Over the years, 'chugging' has become part of casual language, often depicting both the act of drinking and the slow progress of various machines.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,098 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.