Jug: meaning, definitions and examples

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jug

[ dʒʌɡ ]

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container

A large container typically used for holding liquids, with a narrow neck and a handle.

Synonyms

flask, jar, pitcher

Examples of usage

She poured water from the jug into the glass.
He carried a jug of milk from the kitchen to the dining room.

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slang

A slang term for a prison sentence.

Synonyms

sentence, time

Examples of usage

He got caught stealing and ended up doing a two-year jug.

Translations

Translations of the word "jug" in other languages:

🇵🇹 jarro

🇮🇳 घड़ा

🇩🇪 Krug

🇮🇩 kendi

🇺🇦 глечик

🇵🇱 dzban

🇯🇵 ジャグ

🇫🇷 cruche

🇪🇸 jarra

🇹🇷 sürahi

🇰🇷 주전자

🇸🇦 إبريق

🇨🇿 džbán

🇸🇰 džbán

🇨🇳 罐子

🇸🇮 vrč

🇮🇸 krukka

🇰🇿 құмыра

🇬🇪 სასმისი

🇦🇿 sürahi

🇲🇽 jarra

Word origin

The word 'jug' originated from the Middle High German word 'jugge' which meant a container for liquids. It has been used in English since the 16th century to refer to a large container with a narrow neck and handle. The slang meaning of 'jug' to refer to a prison sentence dates back to the early 20th century.