plugged

• Описывает устройство или компонент, подключенный к источнику питания или другому устройству через штекер.

Describes a device or component that is connected to a power source or another device via a plug.

1. Coin altered with base metalC2formal

   Describes a coin that has been modified by inserting a plug of a less valuable metal, often to deceive or for fraudulent purposes.

   С вставкой из недрагоценного металла

   • The collector discovered that the rare coin was plugged with lead.
   • Plugged coins are often considered damaged and lose their numismatic value.
   • He examined the edge of the coin for signs of being plugged.

2. Completely obstructed or closedB1informal

   Describes something that is entirely blocked or sealed off, preventing the passage of air, liquid, or other substances.

   Забитый

   • The drain is completely plugged with hair and soap scum.
   • My ears feel plugged after the flight.
   • The pipe was plugged solid with debris.

   Synonymsblockedcloggedclosedcorkedjammedobstructedsealedstoppedstuffed

• Глагол, используемый для обозначения действия по заполнению или блокированию отверстия, или подключения электрического устройства к источнику питания.

A verb used to indicate the act of filling or blocking a hole, or connecting an electrical device to a power source.

1. Fill a holeB1formal

   To block or close a hole or gap with something.

   Затыкать

   • He plugged the leak in the pipe with a rag.
   • She plugged the hole in the wall with plaster.
   • The plumber plugged the drain to stop the water from flowing.

   Synonymsblockbungclosecorkfillobstructpacksealstopstuff

   Antonymsclearopenunblockunplug

2. Connect to electricityA2formal

   To connect an electrical device to a power source by inserting a plug into a socket.

   Подключить

   • Please plug the laptop into the charger.
   • He plugged the lamp into the wall socket.
   • Don't forget to plug in the toaster before using it.

   Synonymsattachconnecthook upplug inwire

   Antonymsdisconnectunplug

3. Promote persistentlyB2informal

   To promote or advertise something repeatedly or enthusiastically.

   Рекламировать

   • The author plugged his new book on every talk show.
   • She kept plugging her business during the conversation.
   • The company plugged their latest product in the commercial.

   Synonymsadvertiseboosthypepitchpromotepushtout

Phrasal variantsplug awayplug inplug into