| plug in |
to connect (an appliance) to a power source. |
| plug-in |
a supplementary software application that adds enhanced functionality to a computer program. [2 definitions] |
| plug-in electric vehicle |
any motor vehicle powered by battery packs that can be recharged using an external source of electricity. |
| plug up |
to block the flow of a liquid or gas through (something). [2 definitions] |
| plum |
a type of sweet edible fruit with a smooth skin and a flattish stone. [6 definitions] |
| plumage |
the feathers of a bird. |
| plumb |
a small weight tied to a line and used to establish the depth of water or to verify a vertical alignment. [10 definitions] |
| plumb bob |
a usu. conical piece of metal attached to a line, used to determine true vertical; plumb or plummet. |
| plumber |
a person who fits and repairs plumbing. [2 definitions] |
| plumber's helper |
(informal) a large suction cup on a handle, used to clear drains; plumber's friend; plunger. |
| plumbing |
the system of water and sewerage pipes and fixtures in a building. [2 definitions] |
| plumb line |
a cord from which a weight is suspended to determine true vertical, or depth, as of water. [2 definitions] |
| plume |
a feather, esp. a large, colorful, or fluffy one. [6 definitions] |
| plummet |
a small weight on a line used for sounding or to verify a vertical; plumb or plumb bob. [2 definitions] |
| plumose |
having feathers or plumes; feathered. [2 definitions] |
| plump1 |
rounded in appearance; somewhat chubby. [3 definitions] |
| plump2 |
to come down quickly and with all one's weight. [8 definitions] |
| plum pudding |
a rich boiled or steamed pudding often made with raisins or currants in addition to flour, spices, and suet. |
| plum tomato |
a small pear-shaped or elongated tomato, often used for cooking. |
| plumule |
a soft down feather, found on young birds and some adults. [2 definitions] |
| plumy |
consisting of, bearing, decorated, or covered with plumes. [2 definitions] |