Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
plumbness
noun
/ˈplʌm.nəs/
Definition
The quality or state of being plumb, which means straight up and down or vertical.
Examples
- The architect ensured the plumbness of the walls before the roof was added.
- To check for plumbness, a builder often uses a plumb line.
- The carpenter adjusted the frame to achieve perfect plumbness.
Meaning
Plumbness is used to describe how vertical or perpendicular an object or surface is to the ground or a reference point.
Synonyms
- Verticality
- Uprightness
- Straightness
