mug
Translation
mug, face
Examples
I drink coffee from my favorite mug.
I drink coffee from my favourite mug.
He has a very recognizable mug.
He has a very recognisable mug.
Grammar Patterns
((a)) mug of ((sth.)) a large cup full of a particular drink She drank a mug of hot chocolate.
Similar Words
Synonyms: cup, stein (for drinking); face, visage (for face)
Etymology
Of Scandinavian origin, related to 'mugg' (a drinking vessel).
Memory Tips
Picture a coffee mug with a funny face (a mug) painted on it.