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Plumbing (Noun)

Meaning 1

The occupation of a plumber (installing and repairing pipes and fixtures for water or gas or sewage in a building).

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Examples

  • The plumber spent all day fixing the leaky faucet in the kitchen.
  • She decided to pursue a career in plumbing after completing her apprenticeship.
  • The company specializes in plumbing and heating services for residential and commercial properties.
  • He worked as a plumber for over 20 years before deciding to start his own business.
  • The plumbing system in the old house was outdated and needed to be replaced.

Synonyms

  • Plumbery

Hypernyms

  • Craft

Meaning 2

Measuring the depths of the oceans.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

  • Bathymetry

Hypernyms

  • Measure
  • Measurement
  • Mensuration

Related Words

  • Plumb (verb)

Meaning 3

Utility consisting of the pipes and fixtures for the distribution of water or gas in a building and for the disposal of sewage.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

  • The ancient city's advanced plumbing system included lead pipes that supplied fresh water to its residents.
  • When they renovated their house, they had to reconfigure the entire plumbing system to accommodate a second bathroom.
  • She complained about the old, creaky plumbing that seemed to rattle and clang whenever she took a shower.
  • Leaking faucets and overflowing toilets had been problems with the plumbing in their building for months, and management finally called in a plumber.
  • Proper installation and maintenance of the plumbing system was essential to preventing pipe damage and expensive repairs down the line.

Synonyms

  • Plumbing System
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