jugful

[ juhg-fool ]

noun

, plural jug·fuls.

1. enough to fill a jug.

Spelling Note

See -ful.

Word History and Origins

Origin of jugful¹

First recorded in 1825–35; jug ¹ + -ful

Example Sentences

In a sitcom, you’d offer a generous jugful, but I measure out a little dipping pot per child to stop them drenching half a bottle on a single waffle.

From The Guardian

Sell it?" he exclaimed in conclusion, "Not by a jugful!

From Project Gutenberg

“Not by a jugful!” cried Joe, and with a quick motion he stood up, spilling off the lad on his back.

From Project Gutenberg

In a short time he returned with a basin of ice and a jugful of iced lime-juice.

From Project Gutenberg

She gave a little scream; the tray struck me on the chest; there was jingle of broken glass, and a jugful of claret was streaming down my breeches and soaking about my knees.

From Project Gutenberg