glug

[ gluhg ]

verb (used without object)

, glugged, glug·ging.

1. to make the sound of liquid pouring from a bottle.

noun

1. such a sound.

glug

/ ɡlʌɡ /

noun

1. a word representing a gurgling sound, as of liquid being poured from a bottle or swallowed

Word History and Origins

Origin of glug¹

First recorded in 1890–95; imitative

Word History and Origins

Origin of glug¹

C19: of imitative origin

Example Sentences

Daniel Bachmann Andersen, a 34-year-old competitor from Denmark, estimated that he glugged about 10 litres ahead of his appearance in the equestrian dressage contest on Tuesday.

From BBC

Others glug from reusable jugs they’ve brought from home, but unlike your typical club or concert, nobody’s bottle is secretly stashed with booze.

From Los Angeles Times

When she asks what it's about, and Carrie responds that it's about her husband dying, the young woman can only roll her eyes nervously while downing a massive glug from her Starbucks cup.

From Salon

Don't forget a good glug of wine prior to adding the stock.

From Salon

Toss the pasta until evenly coated in sauce, adding a few tablespoons of pasta water to the mixture to loosen, and a glug of olive oil for sheen.

From Salon