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plug — meaning in English

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English meaning

plug noun A device with pins that connects an appliance to an electrical socket.

Senses

plug is used for these senses in English:

dowel (construction) A piece of wood or similar material fitted into a surface not suitable for fastening so that other pieces may be fastened to it.
plug (construction) A block of wood let into a wall to afford a hold for nails.

plug — full definition

noun A device with pins that connects an appliance to an electrical socket.
noun An object used to fill or block a hole.
verb To connect a device to a power source using its plug.
verb To block or seal a hole or gap.
verb (informal) To promote or mention something favorably, especially one's own work.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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