tug
|tug|
B1
/tʌɡ/
pull sharply
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tug' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'tuggen,' where 'tuggen' meant 'to pull or drag.'
Historical Evolution
'tuggen' transformed into the modern English word 'tug.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to pull or drag,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 2
a small, powerful boat used for towing larger vessels.
The tug guided the ship into the harbor.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45