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plunger

/ˈplʌn.dʒə/

/ˈplʌn.dʒɚ/

Translations

plungernoun

plungers

/ˈplʌn.dʒə/

/ˈplʌn.dʒɚ/

He used a plunger to unclog the sink.

Он использовал вантуз, чтобы прочистить раковину.

Additional translations

Synonyms

suction cup

plungeradjective

/ˈplʌndʒə/

/ˈplʌndʒɚ/

Used attributively before nouns (e.g., "plunger pump", "plunger mechanism").

plungernoun

A device consisting of a rubber suction cup attached to a stick, used to clear blockages in pipes and drains.

He used a plunger to unclog the kitchen sink.

A part of a machine that moves up and down, often used to push or pull something.

The plunger in the syringe helps to draw in and expel liquid.

A reckless gambler or speculator who risks large sums of money.

The stock exchange attracted plungers willing to bet everything on a hunch.

plungeradjective

Relating to or operated by a plunger.

The engineer recommended a plunger pump for the high-pressure application.