Meaning Of The Word Plumb line

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What's The Definition Of Plumb line?

plumb line
countable noun: A plumb line is a piece of string with a weight attached to the end that is used to check that something such as a wall is vertical or that it slopes at the correct angle.

plumb line in American English
noun: a cord with a lead bob attached to one end, used to determine perpendicularity, the depth of water, etc

plumb line in British English
noun: a string with a metal weight at one end that, when suspended, points directly towards the earth's centre of gravity and so is used to determine verticality, the depth of water, etc

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