What does CHUGS mean?

• to drink something, especially beer, quickly and in large amounts
• to move with a regular, rhythmic motion, as a train or boat

• US: /tʃʌɡz/
• UK: /tʃʌɡz/

The word "chugs" is believed to have originated in the United States in the early 20th century. It is derived from the sound made by a train or boat moving with a regular, rhythmic motion. The word is most commonly used to describe the act of drinking beer quickly and in large amounts, often in a social setting. It can also be used to describe the motion of a train or boat.

• chump
• chive
• chime
• chock
• choir

• He chugs his beer and belches loudly.
• The train chugs slowly up the hill.