rug

Meanings

• noun

  An ornamental covering for a floor, typically made of felt, wool, or other soft material.

  - "The living room had a beautiful Persian rug."
  - "Please take your shoes off before walking on the rug."

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Pronunciation

1. /ɹʌɡ/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

carpet , mat , toupee , wig

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with rug
mug , bug , hug

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Variants

List of all variants of rug that leads to same result
rug , rugs , rug rat , rug rats , flokati , flokati rug , Oriental carpet , Oriental rug , oriental rugs , prayer rug , prayer rugs , scatter rug , scatter rugs , steamer rug , steamer rugs , throw rug , throw rugs , cut a rug , lie like a rug

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Etymology

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The word 'rug' comes from the Old Norse word 'rog', which means 'a rough garment' or 'something woven'. Over time, the meaning evolved to refer specifically to a floor covering.

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Trivia

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1. The world's largest rug is the 'Gulistan' rug, which measures over 60,000 square feet.

2. Rugs were used as currency in some ancient cultures, such as Persia and Turkey.

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Related Concepts

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1. Carpet: A large piece of fabric, typically woven or hooked, as a floor covering. Rugs are often considered a type of carpet.

2. Persian rug: A type of rug that originated in Persia (now Iran) and is known for its intricate designs and high-quality materials.

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Culture

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Rugs have been used for thousands of years for both functional and decorative purposes. They have been woven and crafted in various regions around the world, each with its unique designs and techniques. Rugs have been used in literature, art, and music, often symbolizing warmth, comfort, and hospitality.

How to Memorize "rug"

1. visualize
   

   - To visualize a rug, imagine a soft, colorful covering on the floor, often with intricate designs and patterns.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'rug' with 'comfort' or 'warmth' to help remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Rugs are for walking on, underfoot, and beautiful to behold' to help remember the definition.

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