plumber
noun · verb
Simple meaning
A craftsman who installs and repairs pipes and fixtures and appliances.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈplʌmɚ
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Definition
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noun
A craftsman who installs and repairs pipes and fixtures and appliances
One who furnishes, fits, and repairs pipes and other apparatus for the conveyance of water, gas, or drainage.
One who installs piping for potable and waste water.
A person who investigates or prevents leaks of information.
verb
transitiveusslang
To botch or ruin.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- B1 · Intermediate
- Frequency
- Uncommon
- Typical Use
- Neutral / general English
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Related Words
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