plunger

  1. Noun.  A device that is used to remove blockages from a toilet or sink by suction.
  2. Noun.  The internal piece of a syringe that pushes out or pulls in any contents.
  3. Noun.  The remote sliding activator of an explosive device.
  4. Noun.  The part of a cafetière that is pushed down to remove grounds from coffee.
  5. Noun.  One who plunges.
  6. Noun.  Device similar to piston but without mechanism.
  7. Noun.  (context, pinball) The spring-loaded assembly that propels the ball onto the table.

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This entry was last updated on RefTopia from its source on 3/20/2012.