What does PLUGS mean?

Here is the requested information on "plugs": Parts of Speech

Plugs is a noun and a verb.

Definitions

As a noun, plugs refer to a piece of solid material, typically cylindrical, that is used to fill a hole, gap, or cavity. As a verb, plugs mean to fill or stop up with a plug or other object.

Pronunciations

US: /plʌɡz/

UK: /plʌɡz/

Origin and Usage

The word "plugs" originated in the 17th century and is derived from the Dutch word "plugge" which means "bung" or "stopper". It is commonly used in the context of electrical outlets, where a plug is inserted into an outlet to provide power to a device. It is also used in the context of filling gaps or holes, such as plugging a leak in a boat or plugging a hole in a wall.

Synonyms

For the noun form of plugs, synonyms include stopper, cork, bung, cap, and seal. For the verb form of plugs, synonyms include fill, stop up, block, and seal.

Related Words

Related 5 letter words include: bungs, clogs, flogs, glugs, plugs, slugs, and smugs.

Example Sentences

• He inserted the plug into the electrical outlet to turn on the lamp.
• She used a plug to fill the hole in the wall.
• The plumber plugged the leak in the pipe with a piece of rubber.
• The company plugged its new product on social media.