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Meaning of the word swag in English

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swag

US /swæɡ/
UK /swæɡ/
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Noun

1.

style or confidence, especially in a way that is considered cool or impressive

Example:
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He walks with a lot of swag, always looking confident.
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That new artist has a lot of swag in his music videos.
Synonym:
styleconfidencecharismacoolnessattitude
2.

a large amount of money or goods stolen or acquired illegally

Example:
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The robbers made off with a huge amount of swag.
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They found a hidden stash of swag in the abandoned house.
Synonym:
lootbootyspoilsplunderhaul
3.

promotional items, typically branded with a company logo, given away at events or as gifts

Example:
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Attendees at the conference received a bag full of free swag.
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Our company gives out cool swag at trade shows.
Synonym:
merchandisegoodiespromotional itemsgiveaways

Verb

1.

to decorate with festoons or drapes of fabric or flowers

Example:
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The hall was swagged with garlands for the wedding.
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She swagged the curtains elegantly over the window.
Synonym:
drapefestoongarlanddecorateadorn
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