- plummet; plumb bob
noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
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- plummet
- plumb bob
This term refers to a weight, usually made of metal, that is suspended from a string and used to find a vertical reference point. It is commonly used in construction and carpentry.
Similar to the first meaning, this refers to the specific tool itself, indicating its function in measuring verticality.
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