Lug and Nit

Lug

Lug noun - A big clumsy often slow-witted person.
Usage example: get off of my feet, you big lug!

Nit and lug are semantically related. (British) In some cases you can use "Nit" instead a noun "Lug".

Nit

Nit noun - A person who lacks good sense or judgment.

Lug and nit are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Lug" instead a noun "Nit".

Nearby Word: niter
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