Basic Details
Word: Plumber
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A person who fixes and installs pipes and fixtures for water and gas in homes and buildings.
Synonyms: Pipefitter, tradesman
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Plumbing the depths: To explore or search thoroughly (often used metaphorically). Example: "The detective was plumbing the depths of the mystery to find the truth."
- Pipe dream: An unrealistic hope or plan. Example: "Her dream of being an astronaut felt like a pipe dream, but she was determined to chase it."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The plumber arrived early in the morning to fix the leaking tap in the kitchen.
Example 2: After a heavy rain, the plumber had to clear the blocked drains to prevent flooding.
Example 3: He decided to become a plumber because he enjoyed working with his hands and solving problems.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "plumber" comes from the Latin word "plumbum," which means lead? This is because early plumbers used lead pipes to transport water!
Famous Quote
"The art of plumbing is not only about pipes, but also about making lives easier by providing clean water." Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "plumber" mean?
a) A person who keeps animals
b) A person who fixes and installs pipes
c) A person who bakes bread
d) A person who teaches children
Answer: b) A person who fixes and installs pipes
2. Which of these is a synonym of "plumber"?
a) Baker
b) Pipefitter
c) Mechanic
d) Teacher
Answer: b) Pipefitter
3. Which sentence uses "plumber" correctly?
a) The plumber painted the house.
b) The plumber played football.
c) The plumber fixed the broken pipe.
d) The plumber cooked dinner.
Answer: c) The plumber fixed the broken pipe.
4. Which idiom means to explore thoroughly?
a) Pipe dream
b) Plumbing the depths
c) At the drop of a hat
d) In hot water
Answer: b) Plumbing the depths
5. What is the opposite of "plumber"?
a) N/A
b) Electrician
c) Carpenter
d) Chef
Answer: a) N/A
