Slug

Pronunciation: /ˈslʌɡ/

Slug (noun)

  1. A soft, wet-looking animal that moves slowly and has no shell.
  2. A short word or phrase used in a web address to identify a page.
  3. A heavy, solid part fired from a gun, designed to travel fast and hit hard.

Examples

  • A slug moves slowly on wet leaves.
  • The slug hides under stones during the day.