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PLUMB

(noun, adverb, adj.sat, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 11 meanings of the word Plumb.

How to pronounce plumb:

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Plumb - as a noun

The metal bob of a plumb line

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
plumb bobplummet

Plumb - as an adverb

Completely; used as intensifiers

Example: "Clean forgot the appointment"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cleanplum

Conforming to the direction of a plumb line

Exactly

Example: "Fell plumb in the middle of the puddle"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
plum

Plumb - as an adjective satellite

Exactly vertical

Example: "The tower of pisa is far out of plumb"

Plumb - as a verb

Measure the depth of something

Weight with lead

Examine thoroughly and in great depth

Adjust with a plumb line so as to make vertical

Plumb - as an adjective

Truly vertical, as indicated by a plumb line.

Describing an lbw where the batsman is hit on the pads directly in front of his wicket and should be given out.

Example Sentences

"The plumber used a plumb line to ensure the wall was straight."
"He held the plumb against the wall to check if it was vertical."
"The carpenter used a plumb bob to measure the depth of the well."
"The construction worker used a plumb rule to mark the correct measurements."
"The architect used a plumb level to align the beams of the building."
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Word Game Points

Is PLUMB a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, plumb is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PLUMB has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is PLUMB a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, plumb is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PLUMB has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is PLUMB a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, plumb is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PLUMB has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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