Plug and Play

noun

1. (sometimes lowercase) a standard for the production of compatible computers, peripherals, and software that facilitates device installation and enables automatic configuration of the system.

plug and play

noun

1. computing a feature of hardware that enables computers to automatically detect and configure hardware devices without the need for intervention

adjective

1. capable of detecting the addition of a new input or output device and automatically activating the appropriate control software

Word History and Origins

Origin of Plug and Play¹

First recorded in 1990–95