basin plug

3.0

A small object that stops water leaving a sink or bathtub

noun
/ˈbeɪsən plʌg/

: tapón de lavabo

She pulled out the basin plug to let the soapy water drain away.

Examples

Please remember to put the basin plug back after cleaning the sink.
I can't wash the dishes because the basin plug is missing.
I need to buy a new basin plug.
The basin plug is missing from the bathroom.
I can't wash the dishes because the basin plug is missing.
Please remember to put the basin plug back after cleaning the sink.
She pulled out the basin plug to let the soapy water drain away.

Synonyms

plug

vsbasin plug

50 1.5

An object that fits tightly into a hole to stop liquid or gas

applies specifically to objects used to seal liquid drains in fixtures

drainplug

vsbasin plug

5.2

A small part that you put in a sink or bathtub to keep water in

is the more general everyday name for that same drain-sealing device

sink plug

vsbasin plug

2.5

A small stopper that blocks a sink drain so water stays in the basin

is the general term that applies to similar fixtures beyond sinks

bath plug

vsbasin plug

2.3

A stopper that fits into a bath drain to keep water in

is the broader label used for such sealing devices in many fixtures

tub stopper

vsbasin plug

2.8

A small plug that seals a bath or sink drain to keep water in

is the general name that covers both small and standard sealing devices

Surface Forms

basin plug singular

basin plugs plural

Morphology

basin + plug

The meaning is directly and compositionally derived from 'basin' (a washbasin) + 'plug' (an object that seals a drain); together they denote the plug used to seal a basin. This simple noun–noun compound follows a common and cross-linguistic naming pattern, so a B1 learner who knows both constituents will readily infer the meaning.

Etymology

The name basin plug comes from the simple idea of a plug pushed into the hole of a basin to 'stop' water from leaving. So, it means a small part used to 'seal' the drain and keep water in.