plugged in

plugged in
a) With its plug properly connected to the electric plug socket.

Check if the television is plugged in.

b) Fully aware; in a state of keeping up with current information about a topic; engaged wholeheartedly in a task or cause; connected; informed; involved.

By subscribing to this magazine, you can stay plugged in to current issues.


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