unplug

[ uhn-pluhg ]
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verb (used with object),un·plugged, un·plug·ging.
  1. to remove a plug or stopper from.

  2. to free of an obstruction; unclog: a pill to unplug clogged arteries.

  1. to disconnect (an appliance, a telephone, etc.) by removing its plug from an outlet: to unplug a toaster.

  2. to remove (an electric plug with its cord) from an outlet.

verb (used without object),un·plugged, un·plug·ging.
  1. to become unplugged.

  2. to refrain from using digital or electronic devices for a period of time: It's a great place to relax and unplug.

Origin of unplug

1
First recorded in 1765–75; un-2 + plug

Other words from unplug

  • un·plug·ga·ble, adjective

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British Dictionary definitions for unplug

unplug

/ (ʌnˈplʌɡ) /


verb-plugs, -plugging or -plugged (tr)
  1. to disconnect (an electrical appliance) by taking the plug out of the socket

  2. to remove a plug or obstruction from

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