Unplug

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ÊŒnˈplʌɡ/
• Rhymes: -ʌɡ

Origin

- + plug

Full definition of unplug

Verb

1. (transitive) To disconnect from a supply, especially an electrical socket.To save electricity, I unplug my computer when I am not at home.
2. (transitive) To remove a blockage from (especially a water pipe or drain).I had to unplug the sink the other day, there was far too much hair and gunk down there.

Synonyms

• (disconnect from a supply) disconnect, detach
• (remove a blockage) unclog, clear

Derived terms

• unplugged