Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
plughole
noun
/ˈplʌg.hoʊl/
Definition
A hole in a sink, bathtub, or other vessel through which water or other liquid exits.
Examples
- After taking a relaxing bath, she watched the water swirl down the plughole.
- Make sure to remove any hair from the plughole to prevent a blockage.
- The children were fascinated by how the water disappeared down the plughole.
Meaning
The term ‘plughole’ refers to the opening in a drainage system where water flows out from a sink or bath.
Synonyms
- Drain
- Waste outlet
