Word of the Day: Clog
When something is stuck or blocking the free passage of water, air, traffic, etc., we use the word “clog” to describe the situation. You can use it as a noun or as a a verb:
This is what “clog” looks like as a verb:
- There’s something clogging up the sink.
- A big truck is clogging the intersection and no one can move.
- My nose is all clogged up with mucus. (You can also say, “My nose is all stuffed up.” That’s probably more popular.)
This is what “clog” looks like as a noun:
- There’s a clog in the sink.
- The clog was removed with a drain opener.
Note: You can also use the word “clog” when describing a type of wooden shoe–usually worn by women
Essential English Dictionary
Visit the Popular English Words Beginning with C page to see the list of all words starting with letter C. For seeing the HiCafe dictionary, visit the Popular English Words with Meaning page.
