1. blocking or filling a hole or gap
Usage: present participle of plug
2. connecting an electrical device to a power source
Usage: present participle of plug
3. promoting or publicizing something persistently
Usage: informal; present participle of plug

1. the action of blocking or filling holes
2. the action of connecting electrical devices

Examples

• She’s plugging the leak in the pipe with putty.
• He’s plugging his phone into the charger.
• The author spent the morning plugging her new book on radio shows.
• The plugging of the drain took several attempts.
• Careful plugging of all devices prevented any electrical issues.
• The constant plugging of products during the show annoyed viewers.
• Plugging the holes in the wall required special cement.