Synonyms of lugging

lugging

verb

present participle of lug

1

as in hauling

to cause to follow by applying steady force on

lugged the lawn mower out into the backyard

Synonyms & Similar Words

• hauling
• pulling
• dragging
• tugging
• towing
• carrying
• drawing
• heaving
• haling
• attracting
• yanking
• moving
• transporting
• jerking
• conveying
• ferrying

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• pushing
• driving
• propelling
• shoving
• thrusting

2

as in carrying

to support and take from one place to another

I don't understand why he's always lugging all of his books around when his locker is right over there

Synonyms & Similar Words

• carrying
• hauling
• transporting
• ferrying
• bringing
• sending
• packing
• carting
• toting
• conveying
• delivering
• taking
• bearing
• transferring
• shipping
• transmitting
• moving
• removing
• forwarding
• shifting
• fetching
• handing over

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of lugging

Others, including wildlife photographer Steve Perry and TechRadar, came away won over by the sharpness of the Zeiss lens, the depth of the buffer, and the sheer amount of reach on offer without lugging a 600-mm prime. — New Atlas, 20 July 2026

So why go out and beat yourself up, lugging a bunch of instruments around with other guys? — Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 19 July 2026

The transit agency wants proposals for fare gate improvements that could not only deter turnstile-hoppers, but also improve accessibility for riders with disabilities or people lugging suitcases and strollers onto the transit system. — Talia Soglin, Chicago Tribune, 16 July 2026

The book also flashes back two hundred years to young Moose Spahr, who makes the dangerous and arduous trek to the land his family will live on, lugging the piano required in exchange for the deed. — Stuart Miller, Oc Register, 7 July 2026

Its chief commercial officer, Bryan Terzi, said part of the company's appeal is a luxury camping experience just a quick drive from home — no buying or lugging tents, grills and other camping gear. — Contessa Brewer, CNBC, 2 July 2026

Lenovo Slim 7i Aura Edition Laptop Deal If lugging around a heavyweight laptop is getting you down, a tidy 13% post-Prime Day discount on the sleek Lenovo Slim 7i Aura Edition might put some spring in your step. — K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 29 June 2026

Traveling hands-free is so much easier than lugging a heavy tote or backpack on your shoulders. — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026

Families lugging half the garage will have an easier time at Moonlight in Encinitas, which has free parking, a playground, rentals, a snack shack and lifeguards. — David Hochman, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026