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PLUMMER-BLOCK

\plˈʌməblˈɒk], \plˈʌməblˈɒk], \p_l_ˈʌ_m_ə_b_l_ˈɒ_k]\

Definitions of PLUMMER-BLOCK

1919 - The concise Oxford dictionary of current English

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(mech.). Metal case for supporting revolving shaft, with movable cover giving access to bearings.

1919 - The concise Oxford dictionary of current English
By Sir Augustus Henry

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