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wall plug

/ˈwɔːl plʌɡ/

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/ˈwɔːl plʌɡ/B1formaltechnical
  • ruУстройство, которое подключает электрический прибор к источнику питания, вставляясь в розетку, обычно состоящее из пластикового корпуса с металлическими штырями.

A device that connects an electrical appliance to a power supply by fitting into a socket, typically consisting of a plastic casing with metal prongs.

  1. Electrical socketA2formal

    A device installed in a wall that provides a connection point for electrical appliances to the power supply.

    ruЭлектрическая розетка

    • Plug the charger into the wall plug.
    • The wall plug in the kitchen is broken.
    • Make sure the wall plug is switched on before using the appliance.
  2. Fixing anchorB1formalbritish

    A small plastic or metal piece inserted into a hole in a wall to hold a screw securely.

    ruДюбель

    • Use a wall plug to hang the shelf on the plasterboard.
    • The wall plug expanded when the screw was tightened.
    • I need a larger wall plug for this heavy mirror.