Definition

A shallow basket, often oval or rectangular, used mainly for gardening, typically made from strips of wood.

Example

She carried the freshly picked vegetables in her trug.

Conversation

I just bought a new trug for my garden, and I can't wait to use it!

That sounds great! What will you be putting in it?

I'm planning to fill the trug with some fresh vegetables this summer.

Nice! It will be perfect for harvesting them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'trug' originates from Old English 'truggan', meaning to pull or drag. It refers to the action of pulling or dragging something along.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word 'truggan' which means to pull or drag — this helps you remember that 'trug' relates to the action of pulling.

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