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clog

засор

Meaning of clog

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EN-UK/ə ˈklɒɡ/
EN-US/ə ˈklɔg/
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clog with Russian translation

clog usage examples

🇷🇺RU🇬🇧EN

В кухонной раковине образовался засор, который перекрывает воду.

There is a clog in the kitchen sink that blocks the water.

🇷🇺RU🇬🇧EN

Используйте вантуз, чтобы быстро убрать засор.

Use a plunger to remove a clog quickly.

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clog belongs to the topic "Cleaning and Repairs". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

clogзасор
messбеспорядок
trashмусор
toolинструмент
sinkраковина
wipeпротирать
turn onвключать

clog synonyms

Related words worth learning together

blockage
A somewhat more formal term, often implying a complete stopping of flow.
plug
Often refers to a physical stopper (object) but can mean a forced stoppage.
obstruction
A formal term for something that blocks or hinders movement or progress.
backup
Implies accumulation causing reversal or delay (e.g., sewer backup, traffic backup).
congestion
Refers to crowding or accumulation (traffic congestion, nasal congestion); less often used for pipes.
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🇬🇧en

A somewhat more formal term, often implying a complete stopping of flow.

B1Often

A blockage in the sewer caused flooding.

🇬🇧en

Often refers to a physical stopper (object) but can mean a forced stoppage.

B1Very Often

A plug had fallen into the drain and caused a clog.

O
🇬🇧en
obstruction

A formal term for something that blocks or hinders movement or progress.

B1Often

The pipe had an obstruction that prevented water flow.

B
🇬🇧en
backup

Implies accumulation causing reversal or delay (e.g., sewer backup, traffic backup).

B1Often

A backup in the sewer system caused water to come up through the drain.

C
🇬🇧en
congestion

Refers to crowding or accumulation (traffic congestion, nasal congestion); less often used for pipes.

B1Often

Traffic congestion blocked the main road.

S
🇬🇧en
stoppage

Denotes a halting or cessation of flow or operation; somewhat formal or dated.

B1Rarely

A stoppage in the conveyor line halted production.

B
🇬🇧en
build-up

Refers to accumulation of material over time that can cause a clog or reduce flow.

B1Often

A build-up of grease caused the drain to slow and eventually clog.

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clog meaning: what does it mean?

blocked passage

clog pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

clog is pronounced as /ə ˈklɒɡ/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

clog definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

There is a clog in the kitchen sink that blocks the water. Translation: В кухонной раковине образовался засор, который перекрывает воду.

Is clog part of Cleaning and repairs vocabulary?

Yes, clog (засор) can be learned in the Cleaning and repairs topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is clog part of Home and Household vocabulary?

Yes, clog (засор) can be learned in the Home and Household topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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