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slugs


Meanings
  • noun

    A slimy creature that moves slowly and leaves a trail of mucus or slime behind it. Belonging to the gastropod mollusk class.


Rhymes
Words rhyming with slugs
hugs , bugs , mugs
Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,
  1. slugs (en-GB) : A person who works slowly or inefficiently

  2. slugs (en-US) : A type of ammunition for certain firearms


Variants
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slug , slugs , slugged , slugging , rose slug , rose slugs , sea slug , sea slugs
Etymology
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The word 'slugs' comes from the Old English word 'slah,' which means 'wet' or 'slimy.'


Trivia
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  1. Slugs have no bones and are the second largest group of animals, after insects.

  2. Slugs have two sets of jaws, one for chewing and one for gripping.

  3. Some species of slugs can change color to blend in with their surroundings.


Related Concepts
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  1. snails: Slugs and snails are closely related creatures, both belonging to the gastropod mollusk class.

  2. mollusks: Slugs are a type of mollusk, which is a large group of invertebrates that includes snails, clams, oysters, and squid.


Culture
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In literature, slugs have been depicted as creatures of fear and disgust, often used as symbols of the unknown or the unwelcome. In art, they have been portrayed in various ways, from grotesque and repulsive to beautiful and intricate. In music, there are several songs with the word 'slugs' in the title.

How to Memorize "slugs"

  1. visualize

    - To memorize the word 'slugs,' visualize a slimy creature moving slowly and leaving a trail of mucus behind it.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'slugs' with the feeling of a slimy substance underfoot or the sound of a slow-moving creature.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Slugs Slimily Slither Slowly' to help remember the word.


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