clog — to block or obstruct something, especially a pipe or passage
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to block or obstruct something, especially a pipe or passage
Pronunciation (IPA): /klɔːɡ/
Example Sentences
- My arteries are probably clogged from eating too much fried chicken.
- She wore bright red clogs to the wedding and stole the show.
- The internet is clogged with cat videos and memes.
clog
VERB[/klɔːɡ/]
to block or obstruct something, especially a pipe or passage
Hair and soap scum clog the bathroom drain completely.
Fallen leaves clog the trail where dog and jogger jog!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Middle English 'clogge,' originally denoting a heavy wooden block. The sense evolved from the physical obstruction caused by heavy wooden shoes worn on the feet, extending metaphorically to the verb meaning 'to obstruct or block.'
Breakdown
clogge (heavy wooden block) → clog (to obstruct; wooden shoe). The noun sense of a heavy block or wooden shoe preceded the verb sense of blocking or hindering movement.
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📝Examples
“My arteries are probably clogged from eating too much fried chicken.”
“She wore bright red clogs to the wedding and stole the show.”
“The internet is clogged with cat videos and memes.”
“Don't pour grease down the sink or it will clog the pipes.”
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