verb
- to attack and rob someone in a public place
- to make exaggerated facial expressions, especially for a camera or audience
Usage: transitive verb; common in modern usage
Usage: informal; often used in entertainment contexts
noun
- a person who attacks and robs others in public places
Usage: informal
Examples
- He was mugged while walking home from work last night.
- The actor mugged for the camera during the interview.
- A mugg was arrested after robbing three people on the street.
- She mugged at the photographer to get a funny picture.
- Mugging is a serious crime in urban areas.
- The comedian mugged throughout the entire performance.