plumb line en · NOUN
Etymology
From Middle English plumblyne, equivalent to plumb + line.
Meanings
- A cord with a weight attached, used to produce a vertical line; a plummet.
- Any vertical reference line.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| plumb lines | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| plumbline | alternative | lexicographic |
Relateds
plumb bob · plumb · plumb-line · plummet