Definition of plumb - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
depth measurementtr. measure the depth of somethingtr.
- They plumbed the river to find its depth.
2.
alignmenttr./intr. TECH. accurately align vertically or horizontallytr./intr. TECH.
- The builder plumbed the frame before securing it.
3.
understandingtr. understand or master something obscuretr.
- He plumbed the depths of the ancient text.
4.
explorationtr. think about or explore in depthtr.
- She plumbed the mysteries of the universe.
5.
plumbing installationtr. TECH. US attach to a water supply and draintr. TECH. US
- The workers plumbed the new bathroom fixtures.
6.
fallingintr. fall or sink like a plummetintr.
- The stone plumbed to the bottom of the well.
Adverb
1.
alignmentvertically
- The structure must be set plumb for proper support..
2.
completenessDated US completely or thoroughlyDated US
- She was plumb exhausted after the hike.
Adjective
1.
vertical alignmentUS exactly vertical or uprightUS
- The wall was plumb, without any tilt..
2.
exactnessDated US precisely, absolutelyDated US
- His prediction was plumb accurate..
3.
cricketTECH. UK describing an LBW directly in front of wicketTECH. UK
- The batsman was plumb LBW and given out.
Noun
1.
constructionweight used to find vertical direction
- The builder used a plumb to check the wall.
2.
maritimeweight on a line to measure water depth
- The sailor dropped the plumb to gauge the sea depth.
Images of plumb
weight used to find vertical direction 
weight on a line to measure water depth
Expressions with plumb
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explore or experience a new extreme level of negativity
The scandal plumbed new depths of public outrage.
not perfectly vertical or horizontal
The picture frame is off plumb.
explore or experience something in great detail
The scientist plumbed the depths of the ocean for new species.
exactly at the center of something
The statue stood plumb in the middle of the square.
completely lacking intelligence or sense
That was a plumb stupid mistake.
not vertical or straight in alignment
The picture frame is out of plumb.
completely insane or irrational
He must be plumb crazy to drive in this storm.
weight used to ensure vertical alignment
Surveyors rely on a plumb bob for accuracy.
cord with weight for vertical alignment
The builder used a plumb line to check the wall.
tool with a plumb line for vertical alignment
The builder used a plumb rule to check the wall.
Origin of plumb
Latin, plumbum (lead)
Terms with plumb included in their meaning
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physics
weight on a pendulum or plumb line
construction
metal weight of a plumb line
construction
metal weight at the end of a plumb line
measurement
measured with a plumb line
construction
tool with a plumb line for vertical alignment
surveying
narrow board with plumb line for surveying
Examples of plumb in a sentence
She plumbed the depths of the well with a rope. He plumbed the wall to ensure it was straight. The technician plumbed the pipes for proper installation. She plumbed the mysteries of quantum physics. They plumbed the complexities of the legal system. He plumbed the depths of his emotions.
The scientist plumbed the ocean's secrets. The contractor will plumb the kitchen sink tomorrow. They plumbed the cabin before winter. The anchor plumbed to the ocean floor. The diver plumbed into the depths of the sea. The wall was checked to ensure it was plumb. Make sure the post is plumb before securing it. He was plumb surprised by the sudden news. The room was plumb full of old furniture. The plumb column supported the structure. Ensure the post is plumb before securing it. Her guess was plumb correct. The measurements were plumb exact. The umpire declared him plumb, ending the game. He was caught plumb in front, sealing his fate. He dropped the plumb to ensure the post was straight. Using a plumb, they aligned the fence accurately. Using a plumb ensures accurate measurements. The plumb was essential for the surveyor's work.
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- French:sonder, verticalement, ...
- German:ausloten, senkrecht, ...
- Italian:misurare, a piombo, ...
- Spanish:sondar, a plomo, ...
- Portuguese:sondar, a prumo, ...
- Chinese:测深, 垂直地, ...
- Japanese:測る, 垂直に, ...
- Arabic:سَبَرَ, بِشَكْل عَمودِيّ, ...
- Hebrew:לִמְדוֹד עוֹמֶק, בְּאֲנָךְ, ...
- Russian:измерить, прямо, ...
- Ukrainian:вимірювати, вертикально, ...
- Hindi:मापना, सीधा, ...
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