Definition

A person or thing that pulls or drags something with a strong effort.

Example

The tugger helped to pull the heavy boat to shore.

Conversation

Did you see that tugger at the harbor earlier today?

Yeah, I did! It was moving those big boats around like it was nothing.

I always find it impressive how a small tugger can handle such heavy loads.

Absolutely! They really play a crucial role in keeping everything organized.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tugger → The word 'tugger' originates from the verb 'tug', which comes from Middle English 'tuggen', meaning to pull or drag. The suffix '-er' indicates a person who performs an action. Therefore, a 'tugger' is a person or thing that pulls or drags something.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'pulls' ('tug') something — the '-er' just means a person doing that action. A tugger is someone who pulls.

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