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chugger

noun
/ˈtʃʌɡə(ɹ)/UK

Etymology

Blend of charity + mugger.

  1. derived from *mokaray-✻ — “crocodile”
  2. derived from *nek-V-ḷ-✻ — “crocodile”
  3. derived from मकर — “sea monster”
  4. borrowed from مَگَر — “crocodile, alligator”
  5. borrowed from मगर
  6. compounded as chugger — “charity + mugger”

Definitions

  1. An aggressive or invasive street fundraiser, especially a private contractor working on…

    An aggressive or invasive street fundraiser, especially a private contractor working on behalf of a charity.

    • Seen by many as the scourge of shoppers, chuggers can be uncompromising in their pursuit of a slice of strangers' disposable income, yet provide a rich source of funds for charities.

  2. One who chugs a drink, especially an alcoholic drink.

  3. A type of fish lure or fly that makes a popping or chugging sound when twitched.

  4. ›+ 2 more definitions

    1. A vehicle, train or boat with an engine that makes a chugging noise when running.

    2. A heavy-duty locomotive whether electric, diesel, hybrid or steam-powered

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