plumbing

Definition

  • noun: a system of pipes that carries water through a building
  • noun: the act of using a 'plumb'
  • synonyms: waterworks

Examples

  • The cottage has electricity but no 'indoor plumbing'. [=the cottage does not have a toilet or sink; there are no pipes that supply clean water to the cottage]

  • a store that sells 'plumbing fixtures' [=sinks, toilets, faucets, etc.]

  • a scientist who spent her life 'plumbing' the minds of criminals

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Very impressive. Hey, have a drink. It's on the house. This is seawater. Oh, you don't swallow it. It's just temporary till the plumbing's done. Hey, y'all look hungry. How would you like some of nature's goodness? You have food? The Fun Side Special, coming up. (..)
    2005 Madagascar
  • (..) being of sound mind and unsound body, have divided my estate equally among the three of you. Sorry, Alex. Hey! A latrine. Nice work, Melman. Outdoor plumbing. No, it's not a latrine. It's a grave. You sent Melman to his grave. Are you happy? Come on. This isn't the end. (..)
    2005 Madagascar