plug

verb C1

Meaning

To insert or connect a device or component into a socket or port, thereby establishing a functional link that facilitates the transmission of electricity, data, or other forms of energy; often used metaphorically to denote the act of introducing or integr
💡 The verb "plug" can carry different connotations depending on context; in technical settings, it refers specifically to physical connections, while in abstract contexts, it may imply the integration of ideas or solutions, which can lead to ambiguity if not clearly defined.

Example Sentences

Researchers plug data gaps to improve the accuracy of climate models .
We need to plug the gaps in our sales strategy quickly .

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