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Meaning of clog
The primary meaning of the word "clog" is to block or obstruct something.
Etymology of clog
The word "clog" has its roots in Middle English, derived from the Old English word "clogg", which referred to a block of wood or a lump
The word's meaning expanded to include obstruction or blockage, and it has been used in various contexts, including plumbing, footwear, and movement
Synonyms
Definitions
- A blockage or obstruction in a pipe, drain, or other flow
- A shoe, typically made of wood or other rigid material, worn for protection or as a traditional part of a national costume
- To block or obstruct something, such as a pipe or a person's movement
- To fill or clutter something, such as a space or a system, with too many things
Usage Examples
- The pipe was clogged with hair and soap scum
- She wore clogs to protect her feet while working in the garden
- The traffic clogged the highway, causing a long delay
- The system was clogged with too many requests, causing it to slow down
Antonyms
clear
unblock
free
open
unclog
unobstruct
facilitate
ease
assist
aid
help
accelerate
expedite
streamline
simplify
clarify
purify
cleanse
purge
drain
flush