plugged (A2)
verb
Pronunciation: /plʌɡd/
Definition
To stop up a hole or opening, often with a solid material, to prevent passage or leakage.
Examples
He plugged the hole in the wall with plaster.
The drain was plugged with hair and soap scum.
She plugged the gap in the fence with a piece of wood.
How to Use plugged
- plug up (phrasal verb)
- To block an opening or hole. — "He plugged up the hole in the pipe with tape."
- plug in (phrasal verb)
- To connect an electrical device to a power supply. — "Don't forget to plug in the vacuum cleaner."
- plug away at (collocation)
- To continue to work hard at something, especially something difficult. — "She had to plug away at her studies to pass the exam."
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