plug Antonyms
Opposite of plug
• noun (Context 1)
A device featuring metal pins that fits into a socket to establish an electrical connection.
"Make sure the socket is firmly pushed into the wall outlet before turning on the heater."
• verb (Context 2)
To connect an electrical appliance to a power source by inserting a pinned device into a socket (usually followed by 'in').
"She forgot to unplug the coffee maker into the outlet before pressing the power button."
• verb (Context 3)
To block, fill, or tightly close a hole or cavity.
"The plumber had to temporarily unplug the leaking pipe to prevent further water damage."
• verb (Context 4)
To publicly mention or promote a product, service, or event in order to generate interest.
"He used his graduation speech to shamelessly pan his upcoming book on entrepreneurship."
Similar words to plug
Words similar to plug shift depending on context. Common synonyms include: