unplug

Verb

Verb Forms: unplugged, unplugging, unplugs

• To disconnect an electrical appliance from an outlet.
• pull the plug of (electrical appliances) and render inoperable
  • "unplug the hair dryer after using it"
• To disconnect from a supply, especially an electrical socket.
• To stop using electronic devices, especially for relaxation or to reduce stress.
• To remove a blockage from (especially a water pipe or drain).
• To temporarily disconnect from worldly experiences.

Examples

• After a frustrating game, he decided to UNPLUG and take a break from Scrabble.
• I had to unplug the sink the other day: there was far too much hair and gunk down there.
• I need to unplug and spend some time with my family.
• To save electricity, I unplug my computer when I am not at home.

Synonyms

disconnect, clear, detach, unclog

Antonyms

plug in