unplugging Meaning & Definition
What Does Unplugging Mean?
Unplugging is used as a verb meaning present participle and gerund of unplug. As a noun, it means The removal of a plug.
Unplugging at a Glance
| Part of speech | verb, noun |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | detach, disconnect and clear |
| Plural | unpluggings |
Unplugging Definition (Verb)
- present participle and gerund of unplug
Unplugging as a Noun
- The removal of a plug.
Verb
- To disconnect from a supply, especially an electrical socket.
To save electricity, I unplug my computer when I am not at home.
- To stop using electronic devices, especially for relaxation or to reduce stress.
- To remove a blockage from (especially a water pipe or drain).
I had to unplug the sink the other day: there was far too much hair and gunk down there.
Synonyms of Unplugging
Unplugging synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Unplugging
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Unplugging in a Sentence
To save electricity, I unplug my computer when I am not at home.
I had to unplug the sink the other day: there was far too much hair and gunk down there.
Word Forms & Grammar
unplugging
unplugging (plural unpluggings)
Quick Answers About Unplugging
Is unplugging a verb or a noun?
Unplugging is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is another word for unplugging?
You can replace unplugging with words such as detach, disconnect and clear. See the full list of unplugging synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of unplugging?
The plural of unplugging is unpluggings.