Slogged: meaning, definitions and examples

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slogged

 

[ slɔɡd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

physical effort

Slogged refers to the act of working hard and persistently, often in a tedious or heavy manner. It can imply moving through something with difficulty or putting forth a significant amount of effort over a prolonged period. The term is commonly used in contexts such as manual labor, training, or any activity that requires determination despite challenges. When someone is said to have slogged through, it usually indicates that they endured a tough process or experience.

Synonyms

laboring, struggled, trudged, worked hard

Examples of usage

  • She slogged through the last pages of the book.
  • He slogged through the mud to reach the campsite.
  • They slogged all night to finish the project on time.
  • After a long day of work, I slogged my way home.

Translations

Translations of the word "slogged" in other languages:

🇵🇹 atrapalhado

🇮🇳 जर्जर

🇩🇪 schwerfällig

🇮🇩 terhambat

🇺🇦 потоплений

🇵🇱 zatrzymany

🇯🇵 足止めされた

🇫🇷 bloqué

🇪🇸 atascado

🇹🇷 engellenmiş

🇰🇷 지체된

🇸🇦 محتجز

🇨🇿 uvíznutý

🇸🇰 zaseknutý

🇨🇳 受阻的

🇸🇮 zastavljen

🇮🇸 stíflutur

🇰🇿 бөгелген

🇬🇪 დაბრკოლებული

🇦🇿 tutulmuş

🇲🇽 atrapado

Etymology

The term 'slog' originated from the early 19th century in British English, derived from the dialectal word 'slog', which means to hit or strike hard, possibly linked to the notion of working hard. The roots can be traced back to the Old English 'sloggan', which meant to strike down or hit something. Over time, the meaning evolved to represent persistent effort or labor, especially in physically demanding tasks. The application of 'slogged' in slang or informal contexts reflects the relentless nature of various activities, implying not just exertion but also enduring through difficulty. The usage has broadened into metaphorical expressions, where 'slogging' can refer to dealing with monotonous assignments or challenging situations.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,721, 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.