Plug

/plʌɡ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A device used to connect an electrical appliance to a power source.

Make sure to insert the plug into the socket properly.

A stopper for a hole or a space, often used to prevent leakage.

He put a plug in the sink to fill it with water.

A promotional mention or advertisement for a product, often casually integrated into a conversation.

She gave a plug for her new book during the interview.

verb

To stop up an opening or hole.

They need to plug the leak in the roof before it rains.

To insert a plug into a socket or receptacle.

Please plug the charger into the wall.

To promote or advertise something.

He was asked to plug his music during the radio show.

Middle English plugge, from Middle Dutch, related to pluggen, to block.

plug it in

To connect an electrical device to a power source.

plug away

To work steadily.

plug and play

A feature allowing equipment to work immediately upon connection.

socket

A device for receiving a plug.

stopper

An object used to close or seal a container.

supply

To provide what is needed.

A person who provides or sells drugs.

He's the plug for the best weed in town.

To promote something heavily.

She's always trying to plug her services on social media.