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Definition of plug-in - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
technologyTECH. software that adds features to an applicationTECH.
- I installed a plug-in to improve the browser's performance.
2.
hardware deviceTECH. device that connects to a computer or other electronic machineTECH.
- He bought a plug-in to improve the graphics on his laptop.
3.
transportationTECH. electric vehicle recharged from external sourceTECH.
- She drives a plug-in to save on fuel costs.
Adjective
1.
electricaldesigned to be connected to an electrical outlet
- The plug-in heater is very efficient.
2.
modularTECH. able to be extended with additional componentsTECH.
- The plug-in software allows for new features.
Images of plug-in
device that connects to a computer or other electronic machine 
electric vehicle recharged from external source
Expressions with plug-in
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motor vehicle using fuel and battery power that can recharge from a socket
They bought a plug-in hybrid to reduce fuel costs and emissions.
separate unit added to a system to provide extra features
You can install a new plug-in module to expand the device's memory.
separate hardware module designed to plug into larger equipment for use
The faulty plug-in unit was replaced to restore power to the system.
car using both battery and fuel, recharged by plugging in
A plug-in hybrid electric vehicle can run on electricity for short trips.
Origin of plug-in
English, plug (stopper) + in (inside)
Terms with plug-in included in their meaning
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plug-in adapter
power adapter that plugs directly into a wall outlet
audio effects
plug-in adding effect to audio
weapon
soft plug in a firearm
furniture
small plug to cover holes in furniture
steam boiler
plug that melts to release steam in boilers
electronics
type of plug used in audio and electronic testing
acr: plug-in hybrid electric vehicle
car using both electricity and fuel
technology
unreliable plug and play feature in computing
Examples of plug-in in a sentence
Developers released a plug-in for enhanced security. The new plug-in enhanced the computer's audio capabilities. She installed a plug-in to add more USB ports to her desktop. The plug-in was parked at the charging station. He bought a plug-in to reduce emissions. She bought a plug-in air freshener for the living room.
The plug-in lamp illuminated the dark corner of the room. The plug-in module enhances the device's capabilities. He bought a plug-in hybrid car for better efficiency.
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- French:plug-in, à brancher, ...
- German:Plug-in, steckbar, ...
- Italian:plug-in, a spina, ...
- Spanish:complemento, enchufable, ...
- Portuguese:plug-in, elétrico, ...
- Chinese:插件, 插电式, ...
- Japanese:プラグイン, プラグイン式の, ...
- Arabic:إِضَافَة, قابِل لِلتَّوْصِيل بِالكَهْرَبَاء, ...
- Hebrew:תּוֹסֵף, מְחוּבָּר לְשֶׁקַע, ...
- Russian:плагин, электрический, ...
- Ukrainian:плагін, вбудований, ...
- Hindi:प्लगइन, बिजली के सॉकेट में लगाकर चलने वाला, ...
Definition of plug in - Reverso English Dictionary
Phrasal verb
1.
electricityconnect an electrical device to a power source
- Please plug in the toaster before using it.
2.
software integrationTECH. insert a software component into an existing system to enhance its functionalityTECH.
- To use the new features, you must plug in the updated module..
3.
mathematicsTECH. US substitute a variable with a number in mathTECH. US
- Plug in the value of x to solve the equation.
Expressions with plug in
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cease drinking alcohol completely and become teetotal
He decided to put the plug in the jug after years of heavy drinking.
Examples of plug in in a sentence
Remember to plug in the lamp for it to work. You need to plug in the new plugin for better performance. Developers can plug in additional features to the app. You need to plug in the given numbers to find the result. Remember to plug in the correct values for accurate answers.
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- French:brancher, insérer, ...
- German:einstecken, integrieren, ...
- Italian:collegare, integrare, ...
- Spanish:conectar, integrar, ...
- Portuguese:ligar, integrar, ...
- Chinese:插上, 插入, ...
- Japanese:差し込む, プラグインを挿入する, ...
- Arabic:وَصَلَ, دَمَجَ, ...
- Hebrew:לְחַבֵּר לַשֶּׁקַע, לְהַטְמִיעַ, ...
- Russian:подключать, вставить модуль, ...
- Ukrainian:підключати, вставити, ...
- Hindi:प्लग लगाना, सॉफ़्टवेयर जोड़ना, ...
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