Definition

The amount of liquid that a jug can contain.

Example

She poured a jugful of water into the pot.

Conversation

I just made a huge batch of lemonade, enough for a jugful or two.

That sounds refreshing! I could really use some on this hot day.

I think there's more than enough for everyone at the picnic.

Perfect! I can't wait to enjoy a nice cold jugful of lemonade.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Jugful → It is formed from "jug" (from Old French *jug*, meaning a container for liquids) and "-ful" (meaning full of). The word "jugful" means a quantity that fills a jug.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'jug' as a container for liquids, and '-ful' means it is full of something. So, a jugful is simply a quantity that fills a jug.

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