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pipe

UK
/paɪp/
US
/paɪp/

Translations

pipenoun
pipes
pl
UK
/paɪp/
US
/paɪp/
Synonyms
tube
cylinder
conduit
duct
hose
channel
pipeline
flue
funnel
pipeverb
piped
Past Simple
piped
Past Participle
piping
Gerund
UK
/paɪp/
US
/paɪp/
Synonyms
convey
transport
channel
transmit
duct
pipeadjective
Used attributively before another noun to denote relation to pipes (e.g., "pipe wrench").
pour tuyauxEmploi attributif : qui sert aux tuyaux ou aux conduites.
The plumber brought a pipe cutter and a pipe wrench.
Le plombier a apporté un coupe-tuyau et une clé pour tuyaux.

Definitions

pipenoun
A tube used to convey water, gas, oil, or other fluid substances.
The plumber fixed the leaking pipe under the sink.
A device for smoking, typically consisting of a bowl and a stem.
He packed his pipe with tobacco and lit it with a match.
A musical instrument consisting of a tube with holes that are covered by the fingers or keys to produce different notes.
The musician played a beautiful melody on his wooden pipe.
A cylindrical object or structure resembling a tube, often used in various contexts.
The children crawled through the large pipe at the playground.
pipeverb
To convey a liquid or gas through a pipe or system of pipes.
The company piped natural gas to the new housing development.
To play a tune on a pipe or similar wind instrument.
The musician piped a lively tune that got everyone dancing.
To transmit information or data electronically.
The live feed was piped directly to the main screen in the auditorium.
To speak or sing in a high-pitched voice.
She piped up with a cheerful greeting as soon as she saw her friend.
To decorate a cake or other food item by squeezing icing or another substance through a piping bag.
The baker piped intricate designs onto the wedding cake.
pipeadjective
Relating to or designed for use with or in pipes; used attributively before another noun.
The plumber brought a pipe cutter and a pipe wrench.
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