tug
verbUK /tʌɡ/
US /tʌɡ/
To pull something hard.
She had to tug the door to get it open.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A strong, sudden pull.
He felt a tug on his sleeve.
3. A small, powerful boat used to pull or push larger ships.
The tug guided the big ship into the harbor.
4. A strong feeling of sadness or sympathy.
She felt a tug at her heart when she said goodbye.