mugged

verb

1. 1

   To strike in the face.

2. 2

   To assault for the purpose of robbery.

3. 3

   To exaggerate a facial expression for communicative emphasis; to make a face, to pose, as for photographs or in a performance, in an exaggerated or affected manner.

   “The children weren't interested in sitting still for a serious photo; they mugged for the camera.”

4. 4

   To photograph for identification; to take a mug shot.

5. 5

   To learn or review a subject as much as possible in a short time; cram.