slug
//slʌɡ//
Noun
slugSingular
slugsPlural
1
A slow-moving mollusk without a shell, typically found in damp environments and often considered a garden pest.
I found a slug eating the lettuce in my garden.
2
A bullet or a lump of metal, especially one used as a projectile.
The detective found a slug lodged in the wall.
3
A shot or measure of an alcoholic drink, especially liquor.
He poured himself a slug of whiskey after a long day at work.
4
A slow, lazy person.
Don't be such a slug—get out of bed and start your day!
Verb
slugPresent tense
sluggedPast tense
sluggedPast participle
sluggingPresent participle
slugsThird-person singular
1
To strike someone or something with a hard blow, especially with a fist.
He slugged the bully right in the jaw.
2
To drink something, especially alcohol, quickly in large gulps.
He slugged down his beer before leaving the bar.