mug
noun
\ ˈməg
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Definition of mug
(Entry 1 of 3)
mug
verb (1)
mugged;
mugging
Definition of mug (Entry 2 of 3)
: to pose or make faces especially to attract attention or for a camera
mug
verb (2)
mugged;
mugging
Definition of mug (Entry 3 of 3)
1
: to assault usually with intent to rob
2
: to attack suddenly
got mugged in the press by his colleagues
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Other Words from mug
Noun
mugful
\ ˈməg-ˌfu̇l
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noun
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noun
Verb (2)
muggee
\ ˌmə-ˈgē
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noun
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noun
Examples of mug in a Sentence
Noun
a collection of coffee mugs He drank a mug of coffee. They're taking you for a mug.
Recent Examples on the Web: Noun
For about four years, internal records show, the department has used the technology to compare crime scene images with its collection of juvenile mug shots, the photos that are taken at an arrest. — Casey Newton, The Verge, "Why we like fake stuff on Facebook," 2 Aug. 2019 While most of the items are under embargo, said apothecary table is on sale for $1,099, as Vox reports; a pillow and a series of mugs will also be available to buy. — Emily Dixon, Marie Claire, "You Can Now Drink Central Perk Coffee to Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of 'Friends'," 23 July 2019 Hydro Flask makes some of the best insulated water bottles around (and some of the best travel mugs). — Brian Barrett, WIRED, "Need Outdoors Gear? 13 Deals From the REI 4th of July Sale," 3 July 2019 The basement tasting room features scores of mugs hanging from hooks on the walls. — Roshni Bajaj Sanghvi, National Geographic, "Have a beer at one of Europe's highest breweries," 19 June 2019 The biggest culprits in kitchens are too many plastic storage containers and water bottles, as well as an overabundance of mugs and glassware. — Nicole Anzia, Washington Post, "The top clutter culprits in every room — and how to deal with them," 4 June 2019 Take the bottom of a mug and smash the hell out them. — Alex Delany, Bon Appetit, "This 5-Minute Olive Sauce Belongs on Whatever You're Making for Dinner Tonight," 10 Jan. 2018 Celebrate Doctor Who fandom with Doctor Who themed food and the following events: Make your own sharpie mug and perler bead magnet from 2 to 3 p.m., do trivia with prizes from 3 to 4 p.m., and photo opportunities with a Dalek. — courant.com, "Community News For The Manchester Edition," 10 July 2019 Our Favorite ThinkGeek Deals ThinkGeek stuff is going fast—our favorite Mario mug and Question Block Lamp are already out of stock. — Wired Staff, WIRED, "ThinkGeek Items Are 75% Off, and Google Speakers Are on Sale," 29 June 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'mug.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for mug
mug
noun
English Language Learners Definition of mug
: a large drinking cup with a handle
: the liquid that is contained in a mug
slang
: the face or mouth of a person
See the full definition for mug in the English Language Learners Dictionary
mug
noun
\ ˈməg
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Kids Definition of mug
: a large drinking cup with a handle
mug
transitive verb
mugged;
mugging
Legal Definition of mug
: to assault (an individual) usually with intent to rob