lug

1 archaic a :  an act of luggingb :  something that is luggedc :  a shipping container for produce

2 :  lugsail

3 lugs plural :  superior airs or affectations put on lugs

4 slang :  an exaction of money —used in the phrase put the lug on

1 :  something (such as a handle) that projects like an ear: such asa :  a leather loop on a harness saddle through which the shaft passesb :  a metal fitting to which electrical wires are soldered or connected

2 chiefly British :  ear

3 :  a ridge (as on the bottom of a shoe) to increase traction

4 :  a nut used to secure a wheel on an automotive vehicle —called also lug nut

5a :  a big clumsy fellowb :  an ordinary commonplace person

:  to pull or carry with great effort I lugged my bag to the bus.