| 释义 |
mug·ger
I. \ˈmu̇gər, ˈməg-\ noun
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Etymology: mug (I) + -er
chiefly Scotland : a peddler of earthenware : tinker
II. \ˈməgə(r)\ noun
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Etymology: Hindi magar, from Sanskrit makara water monster
: the common freshwater crocodile (Crocodylus palustris) of southeastern Asia that is usually harmless to man although it may attain a length of 16 feet
III. noun
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Etymology: probably from obsolete English mug to punch in the face (from English mug (I)) + English -er
: one who attacks usually from behind with intent to rob
IV. noun
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Etymology: mug (II) + -er
: one that mugs; especially : an actor who depends on grimaces and exaggerated gestures for audience response |