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plug

Pronunciation: [/plʌɡ/]

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plug: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use plug in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “electrical devices”

(noun) a small object with two or three metal pins that fits into an electrical socket to connect a device to the electricity supply. It's what you use to power up your devices like lamps or chargers.

Example

Don't forget to plug in your phone before you go to bed.

Example

The vacuum cleaner doesn't work because the plug is missing.

Example

Where is the plug for the toaster?

Context: “fill a hole”

(verb) to fill or block a hole or opening with something. It's like putting a stopper in a leaky sink.

Example

He quickly plugged the hole in the boat to stop it from sinking.

Example

She forgot to plug the leak in the roof, so water got in.

Example

Can you plug the gap in the fence with some wood?

Context: “advertising”

(noun) a piece of writing or an announcement that tells people about a product or event, usually in order to persuade them to buy or attend. It's like a mini commercial in a magazine or online.

Example

The company placed a plug in the newspaper to promote their new product.

Example

The plug for the concert wasn't very effective; not many people showed up.

Example

Have you seen the plug for the upcoming movie?

How to pronounce plug

Pronunciation: [/plʌɡ/]

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