plug
Translation
plug, stopper, advertisement
Examples
The plug for the lamp is behind the sofa.
The plug for the lamp is behind the sofa.
Put the plug in the sink.
Put the plug in the sink.
He gave a quick plug for his new book.
He gave a quick plug for his new book.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the ~)) a device for making an electrical connection The plug for the lamp is behind the sofa.
((a/the ~)) an object for blocking a hole Put the plug in the sink.
((a ~)) ((for sth.)) a form of advertising He gave a quick plug for his new book.
Similar Words
Synonyms: stopper, connector, socket
Etymology
From Dutch 'plugge' meaning 'peg, bung'. The core idea is something that fills a hole.
Memory Tips
Picture plugging a hole with a peg, or plugging an electrical device into a socket.