unplug

CEFRB1

/ʌnˈplʌɡ/

verb

Türkçe translations

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In plain English

  1. 01

    verb

    To remove a plug from an electrical socket.

  2. 02

    verb

    Extra detail

    To remove a blockage from (especially a water pipe or drain).

Examples

  • Please do not power off or unplug your machine.

  • Unplug the television and turn off the light.

At a glance

Sits at B1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
5
Parts of speech
1
Citations
1
Synonyms
4

Deep Dive

verb

Extra meanings

  1. To stop using electronic devices, especially for relaxation or to reduce stress.

  2. To disconnect from a supply, especially an electrical socket.

  3. To temporarily disconnect from worldly experiences.

More examples

In context

  • I had to unplug the sink the other day: there was far too much hair and gunk down there.

  • I need to unplug and spend some time with my family.

  • To save electricity, I unplug my computer when I am not at home.

Synonyms

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Origin

verb

From un- + plug.