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Plunger

noun
Word Frequency: 0.9

Definitions

1.nounA device that is used to remove blockages from the drain of a basin or tub, by suction.
2.nounThe internal piece of a syringe that pushes out or pulls in any contents.
3.nounThe sliding activator of an exploder, an electrical generator used to trigger electrical detonators such as blasting caps.
4.nounThe part of a cafetière that is pushed down to remove grounds from coffee.
5.nounOne who plunges; a diver.
6.nounA horse that plunges, or throws itself suddenly forward.
7.nounA cavalryman.
8.nounA device similar to a piston but without a mechanism; a long solid cylinder used, instead of a piston or bucket, as a forcer in pumps.
9.nounThe moving portion of a solenoid.
10.nounThe spring-loaded assembly that propels the ball onto the table.
11.nounA reckless gambler.
12.nounA boiler in which clay is beaten by a wheel to a creamy consistency.
13.nounThe firing pin of a breechloader.

Synonyms

plumber's friendplumber's helperpistonspeculatordetonatordishwashertriggerdiverplugdiscsuckerpusher

Rhymes With

cringerspongerplunge hersponge her
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