plumbing

[pluhm-ing]

noun

1. the system of pipes and other apparatus for conveying water, liquid wastes, etc., as in a building.

2. the work or trade of a plumber. plumber.

3. act of a person who plumbs, as in ascertaining depth.

plumbing

/ ˈplʌmɪŋ /

noun

1. Also called: plumbery. the trade or work of a plumber

2. the pipes, fixtures, etc, used in a water, drainage, or gas installation

3. the act or procedure of using a plumb to gauge depth, a vertical, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of plumbing¹

First recorded in 1660–70; plumb + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

The order was related to a violation on plumbing that may have been defective, not working, or poorly maintained.

From BBC

At the time, Packer said she was hopeful of one day being able to play rugby professionally for a couple of years before going back to plumbing.

From BBC

Earlier in the day, Fox News was busy plumbing the depths of the Biden “autopen” scandal after a “bombshell report.”

From Los Angeles Times

This also included adding modern conveniences like electricity, indoor plumbing, phone lines and air-conditioning.

From Salon

The prices of plumbing, utilities and structural steel framing have all increased, according to Statistics Canada data.

From BBC

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