Mug
/mʌɡ/noun
A large cup typically used for hot beverages.
Did you know?The term 'mug' originally referred to a face, often used in a derogatory sense, implying a foolish or contemptible person, which adds a whole new layer to your morning coffee!
Etymological Timeline
Middle English
English
mugge
“A large cup, often with a handle.”
Old Norse
Old Norse
muggi
“A cup or vessel.”
Proto-Germanic
Proto-Germanic
mugō
“A vessel or drinking cup.”
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*mū̆ḱ-
“To mix or stir, relating to the act of drinking.”