different between unclog vs unplug

English

Etymology

un- +? clog

Verb

unclog (third-person singular simple present unclogs, present participle unclogging, simple past and past participle unclogged)

1. (transitive) To remove a blockage from.
   • 2011, Billy Graham, The Holy Spirit: Activating God's Power in Your Life

     The arteries become clogged with substances that still baffle medical experts. They still do not know how to unclog these arteries so that the blood can have free flow.

2. (intransitive) To have a blockage removed.

English

Etymology

un- +? plug

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /?n?pl??/
• Rhymes: -??

Verb

unplug (third-person singular simple present unplugs, present participle unplugging, simple past and past participle unplugged)

1. (transitive) To disconnect from a supply, especially an electrical socket.

   To save electricity, I unplug my computer when I am not at home.

2. (intransitive) To stop using electronic devices, especially for relaxation or to reduce stress.
3. (transitive) 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

• (disconnect from a supply): disconnect, detach
• (remove a blockage): unclog, clear

Derived terms

• unplugged

Translations