American English pronunciation
How to pronounce mugs
IPA transcription: ['mʌɡz]
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Noun
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a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of
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the human face (`kisser' and `smiler' and `mug' are informal terms for `face' and `phiz' is British)
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the quantity that can be held in a mug
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with handle and usually cylindrical
Verb
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rob at gunpoint or with the threat of violence
“I was mugged in the streets of New York last night”
Usage examples
- The resulting punch is served in mugs while the burner keeps the bowl warm.
- Slung mugs struck with a wooden spoon give the sound of the first raindrops.
- Modern beer mugs, except again decorative or luxury versions, do not have a lid.