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plumb
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completely or entirely
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The idea was plumb ridiculous to everyone in the room.
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perfettamente a piombo, in bolla
precisely aligned with the direction of gravity
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The lighthouse was built plumb to withstand coastal winds.
Il faro è stato costruito a piombo per resistere ai venti costieri.
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directly or precisely in a particular place or manner
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He landed plumb in the middle of the puddle.
to plumb
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to measure the depth of water, a hole, or any vertical space
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They plumbed the cave to estimate how far it extended.
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to adjust, align, or ensure verticality using a plumb line
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Builders plumbed the columns to maintain architectural accuracy.
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sondare, approfondire
to explore or investigate something deeply and thoroughly, often to understand its full meaning or complexity
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The documentary plumbed the dark history of the abandoned town.
Il documentario ha sondato la storia oscura della città abbandonata.
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to add weight with lead, often to ensure balance or stability
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Lead weights were plumbed onto the curtain to keep it hanging straight.
Plumb
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the weighted metal bob attached to a plumb line, used to determine vertical alignment or measure depth
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The surveyor swung the plumb to verify the tower's alignment.
