Word: PLUG
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Definition of PLUG
- A pronged connecting device which fits into a mating socket, especially an electrical one.
"I pushed the plug back into the electrical socket and the lamp began to glow again."
- Any piece of wood, metal, or other substance used to stop or fill a hole.
"Pull the plug out of the tub so it can drain."
- A flat oblong cake of pressed tobacco.
"He preferred a plug of tobacco to loose chaw."
- To stop with a plug; to make tight by stopping a hole.
"He attempted to plug the leaks with some caulk."
- To blatantly mention a particular product or service as if advertising it.
"The main guest on the show just kept plugging his latest movie: it got so tiresome."
- To persist or continue with something.
"Keep plugging at the problem until you find a solution."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word's structure suggests a derivation from common English phonetic roots, though specific origin data is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "plug" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "plug", surprising the rest of the board members."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PLUG a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is PLUG worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in PLUG? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing PLUG:
- # the plug effect
- # master of plug
- # playing with plug
- # in terms of plug
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