Tug (Noun)
Meaning 1
A powerful small boat designed to pull or push larger ships.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 2
A sudden abrupt pull.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The rope gave a sudden tug as the boat hit the dock.
- She felt a tug on her arm as her child pulled her towards the toy store.
- The dog gave a strong tug on its leash as it chased after the squirrel.
- The sudden tug on the fishing line indicated that a fish had bitten.
- The parachute gave a sharp tug as it opened and slowed the skydiver's descent.