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shagged

 

[ ʃæɡd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

informal usage

In informal British English, 'shagged' refers to being extremely tired or exhausted. It can also imply having engaged in sexual intercourse. The word is often used in a colloquial context and can convey a light-hearted or humorous tone depending on the situation. However, in some cases, its use can be considered vulgar or inappropriate. Typical usage revolves around expressing one's feelings of fatigue after a long day or a demanding activity.

Synonyms

exhausted, fatigued, tired

Examples of usage

  • After that long run, I am completely shagged.
  • They shagged all night at the party.
  • I was shagged by the end of the workweek.

Translations

Translations of the word "shagged" in other languages:

🇵🇹 transado

🇮🇳 संबंध बनाना

🇩🇪 geschlafen

🇮🇩 berhubungan seks

🇺🇦 переспав

🇵🇱 przespany

🇯🇵 寝た

🇫🇷 baisé

🇪🇸 follado

🇹🇷 sevişmek

🇰🇷 섹스했다

🇸🇦 مارس

🇨🇿 spal

🇸🇰 vyspal

🇨🇳 上过床

🇸🇮 spal

🇮🇸 sofið

🇰🇿 жатып

🇬🇪 მოიხვეწა

🇦🇿 yatmaq

🇲🇽 follado

Etymology

The word 'shag' has its origins in Old English, dating back to the 15th century. Initially, it was used to describe a rough or shaggy texture, often referring to hair or fabric. Over time, especially in the 20th century, the term evolved in British slang to embrace more informal and vulgar meanings, particularly in sexual contexts. The verb form appeared in the early 1960s, reflecting the sexual revolution of that era. The usage of 'shag' to describe exhaustion likely derives from the exhaustion felt after vigorous sexual activity, reinforcing the dual meanings of the word. The transition from a description of texture to a sexual connotation illustrates the fluid nature of language and how societal changes influence slang usage.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,002, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.