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Rarelugged
The correct spelling is lugged.
How to pronounce lugged
verb
Say it like: Lug-jed
The correct spelling is lugged. (sometimes figurative) To haul or drag along (especially something heavy); to carry; to pull. For example: "Why do you always lug around so many books?"
Usage Examples
“Why do you always lug around so many books?”
“When driving up a hill, choose a lower gear so you don't lug the engine.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.(sometimes figurative) To haul or drag along (especially something heavy); to carry; to pull.
- 2.To run at too slow a speed.
- 3.To carry an excessive amount of sail for the conditions prevailing.
- 4.To pull toward the inside rail ("lugging in") or the outside rail ("lugging out") during a race.
adjective
- 1.Having ears.
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