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Definitions of plug and play words

noun plug and play (sometimes lowercase) a standard for the production of compatible computers, peripherals, and software that facilitates device installation and enables automatic configuration of the system. 1
noun plug and play computing: automatic installation 1
noun Technical meaning of plug and play (jargon) 1. Hardware or software that, after being installed ("plugged in"), can immediately be used ("played with"), as opposed to hardware or software which requires configuration. See also turnkey, plug and pray. 2. A new recruit who needs no training. "The new guy, John, is great. He's totally plug-and-play." 1

before 1990

One of the 1% newest English words

First recorded in 1990-95

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