plug and play

noun

: a feature of a computer system by which peripherals are automatically detected and configured by the operating system
plug-and-play adjective

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At 23 years old, with 154 college games and six NCAA Tournament appearances at CU (two) and CSU (four) under his belt, Clifford might be the Class of ’25 rookie most ready, mentally and physically, to plug and play, to use right out of the box. Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 24 June 2025 Colorado State wing Nique Clifford, a tough, physical guard who is good with the ball in his hands, solid defensively, can make plays, can make shots, and has the polish to plug and play as a rookie. Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 24 June 2025 Shop on-sale inflatable pools, plug and play hot tubs, and outdoor saunas for relaxing in your own backyard throughout summer. Shea Simmons, People.com, 8 June 2025 The Horned Frogs also signed two plug and play receivers in Joseph Manjack (Houston) and Jordan Dwyer (Idaho). Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for plug and play

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First Known Use

1984, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of plug and play was in 1984

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“Plug and play.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/plug%20and%20play. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.

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