shag Synonyms
Another word for shag
• noun (Context 1)
A rough, tangled mass of hair, or a type of carpet or rug featuring a long, thick pile.
"The living room was decorated in a retro style, complete with a bright orange pile."
• verb (Context 2)
To have sexual intercourse with someone (vulgar slang).
"The comedian made a crude joke about young couples looking for a place to copulate."
• noun (Context 3)
A medium-sized seabird belonging to the cormorant family, native to coastal regions of Europe and North Africa, characterized by its dark plumage and prominent crest.
"We stood on the cliffs and watched a cormorant dive into the turbulent coastal waters in search of fish."
• noun (Context 4)
A partner dance originating in the United States, typically performed to beach music or swing music.
"They spent the summer learning the Carolina swing for the upcoming coastal heritage festival."
• verb (Context 5)
To chase after and catch fly balls during baseball batting practice.
"The players spent the early afternoon shagging fly balls in the outfield to warm up."