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plumbing

 

[ ˈplʌmɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

fixing pipes

Plumbing is the system of pipes, tanks, fittings, and other apparatus required for the water supply, heating, and sanitation in a building.

Synonyms

pipework, plumb

Examples of usage

  • The plumbing in our house is in need of repair.
  • He has a successful career in plumbing.
Context #2 | Noun

profession

Plumbing refers to the work of installing and maintaining the pipes and fixtures that supply water and gas to a building, as well as the disposal of sewage.

Synonyms

pipefitting, plumbery

Examples of usage

  • He decided to pursue a career in plumbing.
  • The plumber fixed the leaking pipe in no time.

Translations

Translations of the word "plumbing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 encanamento

🇮🇳 प्लंबिंग

🇩🇪 Klempnerei

🇮🇩 perpipaan

🇺🇦 сантехніка

🇵🇱 hydraulika

🇯🇵 配管

🇫🇷 plomberie

🇪🇸 fontanería

🇹🇷 tesisat

🇰🇷 배관

🇸🇦 سباكة

🇨🇿 instalatérství

🇸🇰 inštalatérstvo

🇨🇳 管道

🇸🇮 vodovod

🇮🇸 pípulagnir

🇰🇿 сантехника

🇬🇪 სანტექნიკა

🇦🇿 santexnika

🇲🇽 fontanería

Word origin

The word 'plumbing' originates from the Latin word 'plumbum' which means 'lead'. In ancient times, lead pipes were commonly used for plumbing. The profession of plumbing has evolved over centuries to include not just water supply and sanitation, but also heating and gas systems.

See also: plumb, plumbago, plumbery.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,841 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.