Pronunciation: /plʌm/
noun a weight on a string used to determine verticality or depth
A1 The plumber fixed the leaky pipe.
A2 I need to buy a plumb bob for my DIY project.
B1 The plumb line helped ensure the shelf was level.
B2 The plumb rule is essential for accurate measurements in carpentry.
C1 The precision of the plumb laser made the construction work much easier.
C2 The master carpenter used a plumb bob to check the vertical alignment of the building.
verb to measure the depth of something or to install something in a straight or vertical position
A1 He needed to plumb the depths of the ocean to find the lost treasure.
A2 She tried to plumb the opinions of her classmates before making a decision.
B1 The plumber was called to plumb the new bathroom in the house.
B2 The detective had to plumb the evidence to solve the mystery.
C1 The scientist spent years trying to plumb the mysteries of the universe.
C2 The author's writing plumbs the depths of human emotion and experience.
formal The plumber used a plumb line to ensure the new pipe was perfectly straight.
informal I need to call a plumber to fix the leak under my sink, it's beyond my plumb skills.
slang I heard that new rapper's lyrics are so plumb, they're fire!
figurative She had to plumb the depths of her emotions to find the strength to forgive him.
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