Swig Definition

swig
noun
  1. a large and hurried swallow; "he finished it at a single gulp"
verb
  1. strike heavily, especially with the fist or a bat; "He slugged me so hard that I passed out"
  2. to swallow hurriedly or greedily or in one draught; "The men gulped down their beers"

"Swig" in song lyrics

See how swig is used in real songs:

  • "If they wanna swig"
    40 Glocc f/ Eminem, Jayo Felony, Niqle Nut, Sun, Tip Toe, Village Boo — (We Just) Came to Party
  • "So I can swig"
    Anotha Level — Just Feelin'
  • "It's a million dollar kid with a million dollar swig"
    Bronze Nazareth f/ G-Side 1, Kevlaar 7 — Foul Mouth Bugsy

Usage tips for "swig"

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