Definition

• "Plumber" is defined as a person who installs and repairs pipes and fixtures related to water, drainage or gas systems.
  
  

Etymology

• The word "plumber" dates from the 14th century and has its roots in the Latin word "plumbum," which means lead.
  
  

History

• Ancient Romans used the word "plumbarius" to refer to a craftsman who worked with lead. The word was later shortened to "plumber."
  
  

Evolution

• In the 19th century, the meaning of the word changed to include professionals who worked with water pipes, which were often made of lead.
  
  

Fun Fact

• During the Nixon Administration, the "plumbers" were a group of government agents tasked with stopping information leaks to the press.