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Plunger

/ˈplʌndʒɚ/

A device that is used to remove blockages from the drain of a basin or tub, by suction.

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📖 Definitions of "Plunger"

noun

1
A device that is used to remove blockages from the drain of a basin or tub, by suction.
2
The internal piece of a syringe that pushes out or pulls in any contents.
3
The sliding activator of an exploder, an electrical generator used to trigger electrical detonators such as blasting caps.
4
The part of a cafetière that is pushed down to remove grounds from coffee.

🔄 Synonyms of "Plunger"

2 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

Word	Definition
speculatornoun	(business, finance) One who speculates; as in investing, one who is willing to take volatile risks upon invested principal for the potential of substantial returns.
pistonnoun	(mechanics) A solid disk or cylinder that fits inside a hollow cylinder, and moves under pressure (as in an engine) or displaces fluid (as in a pump)

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Plunger"

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Word	Definition
pistonnoun	(mechanics) A solid disk or cylinder that fits inside a hollow cylinder, and moves under pressure (as in an engine) or displaces fluid (as in a pump)
speculatornoun	(business, finance) One who speculates; as in investing, one who is willing to take volatile risks upon invested principal for the potential of substantial returns.
detonatornoun	A device used to detonate an explosive device etc.
dishwashernoun	A machine for washing dishes.
triggernoun	(firearms) A finger-operated lever used to fire a gun.
divernoun	Someone who dives, especially as a sport.
plugnoun	(electricity) A pronged connecting device which fits into a mating socket, especially an electrical one.
discnoun	A thin, flat, circular plate or similar object.
suckernoun	A person or animal that sucks, especially a breast or udder; especially a suckling animal, young mammal before it is weaned.
pushernoun	(colloquial) A drug dealer.
clickernoun	(slang, Northeastern US) The remote-control device used to change settings on a television set, VCR, or other electronic equipment.
darernoun	One who dares.
vacuumnoun	A region of space that contains no matter.
plumber's helpernoun	(idiomatic) A plunger, consisting of a large suction cup attached to a stick and used to remove blockages from toilets, sinks, or drains.
bathplugnoun	A plug that prevents water from escaping from a bath.
drainplugnoun	A plug for a drain; especially, one on an oil pan, transmission, gearbox, or differential case.
antisplashernoun	A device in a sink or toilet to prevent splashing.
drain plugnoun	Alternative form of drainplug. [A plug for a drain; especially, one on an oil pan, transmission, gearbox, or differential case.]
plumber's snakenoun	A long, flexible tool, often with rotating blades at its forward end, which is inserted into a plumbing pipe system and used to remove clogs or other obstructions.
sump pumpnoun	A pump used for the removal of liquid from a sump or sump pit.