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piping

UK
/ˈpaɪpɪŋ/
US
/ˈpaɪpɪŋ/

Translations

pipingnoun
pipings
pl
tuyauterieEnsemble de tuyaux; domaine technique et plomberie.
The building's heating system relies on a complex network of piping to distribute hot water.
Le système de chauffage du bâtiment repose sur un réseau complexe de tuyauterie pour distribuer l'eau chaude.
passepoilEn couture et en tapisserie.
The dress was elegantly finished with a contrasting piping along the seams.
La robe était élégamment finie avec un passepoil contrastant le long des coutures.
pochageEn pâtisserie, pour le glaçage ou la décoration.
The baker added delicate piping around the edges of the cupcakes.
Le pâtissier a ajouté un pochage délicat autour des bords des cupcakes.
pépiementPour les oiseaux, en particulier un son aigu et léger.
The delicate piping of the finches echoed through the morning air.
Le délicat pépiement des pinsons résonnait dans l'air du matin.
Additional translations
jeu de pipeauSens musical, rare.
Synonyms
tubing
conduit
pipe
hose
channel
pipingadjective
more piping
Comp.
most piping
Super.
UK
/ˈpaɪ.pɪŋ/
US
/ˈpaɪ.pɪŋ/
brûlantS'emploie surtout avec la nourriture ou les liquides.
The soup was served piping hot, making it perfect for the chilly evening.
La soupe a été servie brûlante, ce qui la rendait parfaite pour la soirée fraîche.
aiguPour une voix ou un son perçant.
The child's piping voice could be heard over the noise of the crowd.
La voix aiguë de l'enfant s'entendait au-dessus du bruit de la foule.
de tuyauterieTechnique; relatif aux tuyaux et aux canalisations.
The contractor reviewed the building's piping schematic before beginning the installation.
L'entrepreneur a examiné le schéma de tuyauterie du bâtiment avant de commencer l'installation.
Synonyms
whistling
squeaking
chirping
trilling
singing
pipingadverb
UK
/ˈpaɪ.pɪŋ/
US
/ˈpaɪ.pɪŋ/
brûlantEmploi surtout dans l'expression figée « piping hot ».
Make sure the plates are warm and serve the meal piping hot.
Assurez-vous que les assiettes soient chaudes et servez le repas brûlant.
Synonyms
scaldingly
scorchingly
blisteringly
searingly
steamingly
extremely
very
intensely
pipeverb

piping

Gerund

piped
Past Simple
piped
Past Participle
piping
Gerund
UK
/paɪp/
US
/paɪp/
Synonyms
convey
transport
channel
transmit
duct

Definitions

pipingnoun
A system of pipes used to convey fluids (such as water, gas, or oil) from one location to another.
The building's heating system relies on a complex network of piping to distribute hot water.
A narrow tube of fabric used for trimming or finishing the edges of a garment or upholstery.
The dress was elegantly finished with a contrasting piping along the seams.
The act of playing a pipe or pipes, especially in a musical context.
The sound of piping filled the air as the band marched down the street.
Decorative icing or frosting applied in thin lines using a piping bag, or the act of applying it.
The baker added delicate piping around the edges of the cupcakes.
A high-pitched whistling or chirping sound, especially that made by small birds.
The delicate piping of the finches echoed through the morning air.
pipingadjective
Very hot, especially in reference to food or liquid.
The soup was served piping hot, making it perfect for the chilly evening.
High-pitched or shrill in sound.
The child's piping voice could be heard over the noise of the crowd.
Relating to pipes or pipework.
The contractor reviewed the building's piping schematic before beginning the installation.
pipingadverb
Very; extremely — used chiefly with "hot".
Make sure the plates are warm and serve the meal piping hot.
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.
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