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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. IX).
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Slug, Sloug, v. [ME and e.m.E. slug(ge (c1425), sluggyn (Prompt. Parv.), slogge (c1560); cf. Sw. dial. slogga.] intr. To behave or act in a slow, sluggish or inert fashion. Also in fig. context. — 1528 Lynd. Dreme 890.
Quhen the sleuthful hird dois sloug and sleip, Taking no cure in kepyng of his floke
1661–80 Lady Bark.
Fore and aft ye clatter, And slug three way-rope length asterne the matter

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