clog

UK: klɒɡ | US: klɑːɡ

Definition

  1. n. a shoe with a thick wooden sole

  2. n. an obstruction or hindrance

  3. vt. to block or become blocked

Structure

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Etymology

The word "clog" originates from Middle English clogge, meaning "a lump of wood," likely of Germanic origin. It evolved to describe wooden-soled shoes due to their bulky construction, later extending metaphorically to obstructions (e.g., "clogged pipes"). Its compact structure reflects Old English roots, making further morpheme division impractical.

Examples

  1. She wore traditional Dutch clogs to the festival.

  2. Leaves clogged the gutter after the storm.

  3. Traffic clogs the downtown streets during rush hour.

  4. The drain is clogged with hair.

  5. His arteries were clogged due to poor diet.