Pronunciation: /plʌɡ/

Definitions of plug

noun a piece of solid material fitting tightly into a hole and blocking it up

Example Sentences

A1 I need to buy a plug for my phone charger.

A2 The plug for the lamp is broken, I need to replace it.

B1 Don't forget to unplug the TV before you go to bed.

B2 The electrician recommended using a surge protector plug for the computer.

C1 The power plug on the vacuum cleaner is damaged and needs to be fixed.

C2 The adapter plug for the international trip was essential for charging devices in different countries.

verb to fill or close up a hole or opening

Example Sentences

A1 I plug in my phone every night to charge.

A2 Don't forget to plug in the kettle before you go to bed.

B1 I need to plug in the new printer so we can start using it.

B2 Make sure to plug in the microphone before the presentation.

C1 The technician will plug in the cables to set up the sound system.

C2 She carefully plugs in each component to ensure everything is connected properly.

Examples of plug in a Sentence

formal Please remember to plug in the power cord before using the device.

informal Don't forget to plug in your phone before it dies.

slang I need to find a way to plug this leak before it gets worse.

figurative She knew how to plug into the energy of the crowd and give a great performance.

Grammatical Forms of plug

past tense

plugged

plural

plugs

comparative

more plug

superlative

most plug

present tense

plug

future tense

will plug

perfect tense

have plugged

continuous tense

is plugging

singular

plug

positive degree

plug

infinitive

to plug

gerund

plugging

participle

plugged

Origin and Evolution of plug

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Middle Dutch
Story behind the word: The word 'plug' originated from the Middle Dutch word 'plugghe' meaning a wooden peg or stopper.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'plug' expanded to refer to various objects used to fill or block an opening, such as electrical plugs or stoppers for sinks. The word has also been adapted in slang to refer to promoting or endorsing something, as in 'plugging a product.'