PLUGS
/plʌɡz/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of PLUGS
A pronged connecting device which fits into a mating socket, especially an electrical one.
"I pushed the plug back into the electrical socket and the lamp began to glow again."
Any piece of wood, metal, or other substance used to stop or fill a hole.
"Pull the plug out of the tub so it can drain."
A flat oblong cake of pressed tobacco.
"He preferred a plug of tobacco to loose chaw."
To stop with a plug; to make tight by stopping a hole.
"He attempted to plug the leaks with some caulk."
To blatantly mention a particular product or service as if advertising it.
"The main guest on the show just kept plugging his latest movie: it got so tiresome."
To persist or continue with something.
"Keep plugging at the problem until you find a solution."
Examples of PLUGS in a Sentence
- "I pushed the plug back into the electrical socket and the lamp began to glow again."
- "Pull the plug out of the tub so it can drain."
- "He preferred a plug of tobacco to loose chaw."
- "He attempted to plug the leaks with some caulk."
Word Details
Is PLUGS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PLUGS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: PLUGS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for PLUGS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | l | u | g | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 4 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PLUGS
26 words from the letters in PLUGS
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use PLUGS in Word Games
PLUGS is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, PLUGS is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble PLUGS to find 26 additional valid words.