1. makes a dull explosive sound repeatedly
2. moves slowly making dull explosive sounds
3. drinks something quickly in large gulps
Usage: informal

1. dull explosive sounds made repeatedly

Examples

• The old train chugs slowly up the mountain.
• He chugs his coffee before rushing to work.
• The boat’s engine chugs steadily across the lake.
• She chugs the entire water bottle after her run.
• The tractor chugs through the muddy field.
• Listen to the chugs of the steam engine.
• The car chugs along the highway at 40 mph.