swig

[ swig ]

noun

1. an amount of liquid, especially liquor, taken in one swallow; draught:

   He took a swig from the flask.

verb (used with or without object)

, swigged, swig·ging.

1. to drink heartily or greedily.

swig

/ swɪɡ /

noun

1. a large swallow or deep drink, esp from a bottle

verb

1. to drink (some liquid) deeply, esp from a bottle

Derived Forms

• ˈswigger, noun

Other Words From

• swigger noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of swig¹

First recorded in 1540–50; origin uncertain

Word History and Origins

Origin of swig¹

C16: of unknown origin

Example Sentences

However, those of us who showed up united, and handled business, did so with aplomb, swigs of liquor, a couple of near-death experiences and gales of laughter.

From Los Angeles Times

I listened anyway, washing down its controlled sense of rage with regular swigs of cider.

From BBC

De la Garza acquiesced and the pair shared a quick toast before taking their respective swigs.

From Salon

These days, drivers are asked beforehand what version of milk they prefer — Larson picked whole, should he win — and upon reaching victory lane, generally take a quick swig before pouring it over their heads.

From Seattle Times

Pausing every few minutes to take a swig from a bottle of beer as she reminisced over her time at the club, there was one overriding feeling of emotion.

From BBC

Related Words

• gulp
• guzzle