TUG


Meaning of TUG in English

noun a trace, or drawing strap, of a harness.

2. tug ·noun an iron hook of a hoisting tub, to which a tackle is affixed.

3. tug ·noun a sort of vehicle, used for conveying timber and heavy articles.

4. tug ·vt to pull; to pluck.

5. tug ·noun a pull with the utmost effort, as in the athletic contest called tug of war; a supreme effort.

6. tug ·noun a small, powerful steamboat used to tow vessels;

— called also steam tug, tugboat, and towboat.

7. tug ·vi to pull with great effort; to strain in labor; as, to tug at the oar; to tug against the stream.

8. tug ·vi to labor; to strive; to struggle.

9. tug ·vt to pull or draw with great effort; to draw along with continued exertion; to haul along; to tow; as, to tug a loaded cart; to tug a ship into port.

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