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Shug
(sh-ugh-g) n., pn.
     1.  short for sugar
     2.  a family member or loved one
     3.  term of endearment
     4.  nickname
Variations:
         shuggy, little shug, lil shug, shugs (pl.)
Synonyms:
         baby, babe, darling, sweetie, sweetheart, dear, honey
Usage:
     a.  How was your day shug?
     b.  Did you see Lil Shug’s sonogram photos?
     c.  The shuggy is kicking a lot.
Origin:  Nancy Gribble, cast member on King of The Hill