Plunge

plunj, v.t. to cast suddenly into water or other fluid: to force suddenly (into): to immerse.— v.i. to sink suddenly into any fluid: to dive: to pitch suddenly forward and throw up the hind-legs, as a horse: to rush into any danger: ( slang ) to gamble reckle ly.— n. act of plunging: act of rushing headlong, as a horse.— n. Plung′er , one who plunges: a diver: a long solid cylinder used as a forcer in pumps: ( mil. ) a cavalry-man: one who bets heavily.— adj. Plung′ing , rushing headlong: aimed from higher ground, as fire upon an enemy.— n. the putting or sinking under water, or other fluid: the act of a horse trying to throw its rider.— Plunge bath , a bath large enough to allow the whole body under water. [O. Fr. plonger —L. plumbum , lead.]