Unplug
/ʌnˈplʌɡ/ verb
verb ·Uncommon ·College level
Definitions
Verb
- 1 To disconnect from a supply, especially an electrical socket. transitive
"To save electricity, I unplug my computer when I am not at home."
- 2 pull the plug of (electrical appliances) and render inoperable wordnet
- 3 To stop using electronic devices, especially for relaxation or to reduce stress. intransitive
- 4 To remove a blockage from (especially a water pipe or drain). transitive
"I had to unplug the sink the other day: there was far too much hair and gunk down there."
- 5 To temporarily disconnect from worldly experiences. idiomatic, intransitive
"I need to unplug and spend some time with my family."
Example
More examples"Unplug the television and turn off the light."
Etymology
From un- + plug.