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mugged

The correct spelling is mugged.

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verb

Say it like: Mug-jed

The correct spelling is mugged. To strike in the face. For example: "The children weren't interested in sitting still for a serious photo; they mugged for the camera."

Usage Examples

The children weren't interested in sitting still for a serious photo; they mugged for the camera.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To strike in the face.
  2. 2.To assault for the purpose of robbery.
  3. 3.To exaggerate a facial expression for communicative emphasis; to make a face, to pose, as for photographs or in a performance, in an exaggerated or affected manner.
  4. 4.To photograph for identification; to take a mug shot.
  5. 5.To learn or review a subject as much as possible in a short time; cram.

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