Words / A1

JUG/dʒʌɡ/

A jug is a container with a handle and a lip (a small spout), used for holding and pouring liquid. Countable: a jug, jugs; a jug of water / milk. A bottle has a narrow neck and a lid; a cup is for drinking from, not pouring a lot; a kettle boils water. Mix-up: jug vs jog (to run slowly) — u vs o, same start sound for some speakers.

Meaning

A container with a handle and a lip, used for holding and pouring liquid.

Examples

• “The jug is full of water.”
• “Put the jug of juice in the fridge.”
• “This jug is too heavy when it is full.”

Good to know

a jug / a jug of… Contrast: bottle (narrow, lid), cup (drink), kettle (boils). Mix-up: jog.

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