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to plummet
01
to fall to the ground rapidly
Intransitive
Examples
The elevator malfunctioned and began to plummet to the ground, causing panic among the passengers.
During the storm, visibility was reduced, and the aircraft accidentally plummeted through the thick clouds.
02
to decline in amount or value in a sudden and rapid way
Intransitive
Examples
After the disappointing earnings report, the company 's stock value began to plummet.
Following the unexpected announcement, the currency exchange rate started to plummet.
Plummet
01
the metal bob of a plumb line
