tugger

tug

 (tŭg)

v. tugged, tug·ging, tugs

v.tr.

1. To pull at vigorously or repeatedly: tugged the bell rope. See Synonyms at pull.

2. To move by pulling with great effort or exertion; drag: tugged the mattress onto the porch.

3. To tow by tugboat.

v.intr.

To pull something vigorously or repeatedly: tugged at the coat's zipper.

n.

1. An instance of tugging; a strong or sudden pull: gave the leash a tug.

2. A pulling force: the tug of gravity.

3. A contest; a struggle: a tug between loyalty and desire.

4.

a. A tugboat.

b. A land, air, or space vehicle that moves or tows other vehicles: an airplane tug.

5. A rope, chain, or strap used in hauling, especially a harness trace.

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[Middle English tuggen, from Old English tēon; see deuk- in Indo-European roots.]

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tug′ger n.

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Thesaurus

Noun

1.

tugger - someone who pulls or tugs or drags in an effort to move something dragger, puller worker - a person who works at a specific occupation; "he is a good worker"

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