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Plugging: meaning, definitions and examples

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plugging

 

[ หˆplสŒษกษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

connecting devices

Plugging refers to the action of inserting a plug into a socket to establish an electrical connection. This is commonly done to power electronic devices. Plugging can also describe the act of promoting something, such as a product or event. The term is used in various contexts, including electronics, marketing, and even in social conversations.

Synonyms

advertising, connecting, inserting, promoting

Examples of usage

  • I was plugging my phone into the charger.
  • He was plugging his new book at the event.
  • Make sure you are plugging in the device correctly.
  • She spent the afternoon plugging away at her homework.

Translations

Translations of the word "plugging" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น conexรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคฒเค—เคฟเค‚เค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Stecker

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ colokan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะบะปัŽั‡ะตะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ podล‚ฤ…czenie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ—ใƒฉใ‚ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท connexion

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ conexiรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท takma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ”Œ๋Ÿฌ๊ทธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชูˆุตูŠู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pล™ipojenรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pripojenie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ’ๅคด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ prikljuฤek

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ tengja

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะพัั‹ะปัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒ™แƒแƒ•แƒจแƒ˜แƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ baฤŸlama

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ conexiรณn

Etymology

The word 'plug' originated in the late Middle English period, derived from the Middle Dutch 'plugge', meaning 'a stopper or cork'. It was initially used to describe an object that fills a hole or gap, creating an airtight or watertight seal. The verb 'to plug' evolved in the 19th century, relating to connecting devices by inserting a plug into an outlet or socket, highlighting its electrical connection aspect. Over time, 'plugging' also took on a metaphorical meaning, particularly in advertising and marketing, where it signifies the act of promoting or endorsing products, services, or ideas. This dual usage showcases the word's versatility in the English language, adapting to technological advancements and cultural trends.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,685, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.