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Noun plumb bob has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebPlumb BobNoun: A small, pointed metal or lead weight attached to a string, used as a vertical reference line in various building and surveying tasks. Example Sentence: The construction worker used a plumb bob to ensure the wall was perfectly straight. Noun: A pointed, conical weight used on the end of a line to determine the depth of water or to obtain vertical measurements. Example Sentence: The sailor dropped the plumb bob into the ocean to measure the depth of water before anchoring the boat. Verb: To align or determine the vertical or depth using a plumb bob. Example Sentence: The engineer had to plumb bob the new column to make sure it was positioned correctly. Related Products on Amazon: | ||||
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