plod
pronunciation
How to pronounce plod in British English:
UK [plɒd]
How to pronounce plod in American English:
US [plɑd]
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- Verb:
- walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud
Word Origin
- plod (v.)
- 1560s, of uncertain origin, perhaps imitative of the sound of walking heavily or slowly. Related: Plodded; plodding.
Example
- 1. I will plod on for another hour and then take a break .
- 2. For the moment , today 's body will plod on with its work .
- 3. Just plod through if you have no enthusiasm .
- 4. Do you plod through the day at the office ?
- 5. Marvin paused again in his weary circular plod .