Tug Definition & Meaning
tug
- noun
- a sudden abrupt pull
- a powerful small boat designed to pull or push larger ships
- verb
- pull hard; "The prisoner tugged at the chains"; "This movie tugs at the heart strings"
- strive and make an effort to reach a goal; "She tugged for years to make a decent living"; "We have to push a little to make the deadline!"; "She is driving away at her doctoral thesis"
- tow (a vessel) with a tug; "The tugboat tugged the freighter into the harbor"
- carry with difficulty; "You'll have to lug this suitcase"
- move by pulling hard; "The horse finally tugged the cart out of the mud"
- pull or strain hard at; "Each oar was tugged by several men"
- struggle in opposition; "She tugged and wrestled with her conflicts"
"Tug" in song lyrics
See how tug is used in real songs:
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"I give the mic a tug"
Dilated Peoples f/ Aceyalone — The Shape of Things to Come -
"California thugs tug"
Layzie Bone f/ Mr. Capone-E, Mr. Criminal — We Ain't Hard to Find -
"Show me some heart, let me tug"
P.O.S. f/ Slug — Bush-League Psych-Out Stuff
Words that rhyme with tug
Usage tips for "tug"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "tug" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for tug to find words that pair well.
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