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plumb

/plʌm/  ·  say it: plum

exactly vertical

In Architecture & Design

In more detail

1. (verb) to measure the depth of water using a weighted line; to check if something is vertical using a plumb bob

2. (verb) to install or repair pipes and water systems in a building

3. (verb) to understand or discover the meaning of something deep or hidden

4. (adverb) exactly or directly; completely

Examples

• 1. The sailors plumbed the harbor to find safe anchorages.
• 2. A plumber will plumb the new bathroom next week.
• 3. Psychologists try to plumb the mysteries of human behavior.

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cornerstone, curb appeal, gazebo, footprint, green roof, abut