plumbers-friend

plumber's helper

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Definitions of plumbers-friend word

noun plumbers-friend Machinery. a pistonlike reciprocating part moving within the cylinder of a pump or hydraulic device. 1
noun plumbers-friend Automotive. a pistonlike part in the valve of a pneumatic tire. 1
noun plumbers-friend Also called force cup, plumber's friend, plumber's helper. a device consisting of a handle with a rubber suction cup at one end, used as a force pump to free clogged drains and toilet traps. 1
noun plumbers-friend a person or thing that plunges. 1
noun plumbers-friend a reckless bettor or speculator. 1

before 1950

One of the 5% newest English words

An Americanism dating back to 1950-55

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 1% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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