Cuddling up to another in an attempt to sway their attention, usually while the other party is occupied or reluctant to respond. Inconsideratly making demands on another person's time.
My girlfriend/pet/kid is mugging for attention - bbl.
Jake can't get anything done because his (subject) is mugging him for attention every five minutes.
Jake can't get anything done because his (subject) is mugging him for attention every five minutes.
by tennfotographer December 1, 2006