rug

noun \ ˈrəg \

Updated on: 20 Apr 2018

Definition of rug

1 : lap robe

2 : a piece of thick heavy fabric that usually has a nap or pile and is used as a floor covering

3 : a floor mat of an animal pelt

a bearskin rug

4 slang : toupee 1

5 British : a blanket for an animal (such as a horse or dog)

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Examples of rug in a Sentence

I accidentally spilled wine on the rug.
You could tell that he was wearing a rug.

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Lewis knew the venue would be perfect for her mix of pillows, vintage imported rugs, textiles and other home accessories, as well as her custom furniture line.

— jessica ritz, latimes.com, "Interior designer expands her Instagram-ready brand into Pacific Palisades," 11 Apr. 2018
The Stark antelope rug, a secondhand deal bought from another designer, followed.

— marni elyse katz, BostonGlobe.com, "Redesigning a vacation home for family gatherings and the retirement years," 30 Mar. 2018
The canopy, a pretty rug, flowers, patio furniture for guests to sit on were all there.

— lisa gutierrez, kansascity, "This Walmart lesbian wedding is melting hearts: 'just beautiful' and 'the best thing' | The Kansas City Star," 20 Mar. 2018
Then area rugs, throw pillows and table top accessories can interject a current trend and give some personality to a space.

— nancy a. herrick, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Home refresh: Trendy accents can provide an up-to-date look," 9 Mar. 2018
HomeGoods merchandise includes furniture, rugs, lighting, decorative accessories, gourmet kitchen and dining, bedding, bath, kids’ décor and toys, outdoor living, pet accessories, storage, workspace and more.

— laura groch, sandiegouniontribune.com, "New business roundup, March 1," 1 Mar. 2018
The goods at Luna by Brio include rugs, candles, accessories, contemporary clothing, and cow skulls, but perhaps the biggest draw is their signature handcrafted leather bags.

— birmingham magazine, AL.com, "Meet the mother-daughter team bringing Colombian influence to Birmingham fashion," 27 Feb. 2018
His design résumé consists of much more than homes; through the years, he's grown a collection of furnishings that includes a series of public art benches, furniture, rugs, fabrics and wall coverings.

— diane cowen, Houston Chronicle, "Big-hearted designer’s quirky talent elevates furnishings to art," 9 Feb. 2018
Jupiter, the planet of expansion, has been cruising through Scorpio since October 2017, sweeping the dust, secrets, and monsters out from under the rug.

— aliza kelly faragher, Allure, "What Your Sign's April 2018 Horoscope Predictions Mean for You," 29 Mar. 2018

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Origin and Etymology of rug

Middle English *rug rag, tuft, probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Norwegian dialect rugga coarse rug, Old Norse rǫgg tuft

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Definition of rug for English Language Learners

: a piece of thick, heavy material that is used to cover usually a section of a floor
: a small wig that is usually worn by a man to cover a bald spot
: a blanket that you put over your lap and legs to keep them warm

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rug

noun \ ˈrəg \

Definition of rug for Students

: a piece of thick heavy fabric usually with a nap or pile used especially as a floor covering

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