Plumb bob
A weight, usually with a pointed tip on the bottom, suspended from a string and used as a vertical reference line.
A plumb bob is a weight suspended from a string used to establish a vertical reference line, ensuring alignment and precision. It is crucial for layout accuracy, structural integrity, and construction efficiency. By providing a simple and reliable tool for vertical measurement, plumb bobs support efficient construction, reduce errors, and contribute to successful project outcomes by ensuring that structures are well-aligned, stable, and compliant with design specifications and performance criteria.
Used in a sentence
The mason used a plumb bob to ensure the wall was vertical.
Synonyms/variation
Plummet
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