chuggerとは 意味・読み方・使い方

語源 1

Blend of charity +‎ mugger.

名詞

chugger (plural chuggers)

1. (informal, derogatory) An aggressive or invasive street fundraiser, especially a private contractor working on behalf of a charity.
   • 2003 March 9, Anushka Asthana, “Your money—or their life”, in The Observer‎:

     Seen by many as the scourge of shoppers, chuggers can be uncompromising in their pursuit of a slice of strangers' disposable income, yet provide a rich source of funds for charities.

語源 2

From chug +‎ -er.

名詞

chugger (plural chuggers)

1. One who chugs a drink, especially an alcoholic drink.
2. (fishing) A type of fish lure or fly that makes a popping or chugging sound when twitched.
3. A vehicle, train or boat with an engine that makes a chugging noise when running.
4. (rail transport, colloquial) A heavy-duty locomotive whether electric, diesel, hybrid or steam-powered

派生語

参照

• “chugger”, in OneLook Dictionary Search.