drainpipe (Meaning)

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drainpipe (n)

a pipe through which liquid is carried away

Webster

A pipe used for carrying off surplus water.

The heavy rain caused the drainpipe to overflow, resulting in a flooded basement.
The plumber replaced the old, rusty drainpipe with a new one made of durable PVC.
The drainpipe was clogged with leaves and debris, causing water to back up into the sink.
The drainpipe was made of galvanized steel, which is resistant to rust and corrosion.
The drainpipe was installed improperly, causing water to leak out and damage the wall.
The drainpipe had a hole in it, causing water to leak out and create a puddle on the floor.
The drainpipe was too small for the amount of water flowing through it, causing it to overflow.
The drainpipe was not properly connected to the sewer line, causing sewage to back up into the house.
The drainpipe was made of a cheap material that was not able to withstand the pressure of the water, causing it to burst.
The drainpipe was not cleaned regularly, causing it to become clogged and eventually break.

a pipe through which liquid is carried awayA pipe used for carrying off surplus water.

gutter, drain, spout,trough, waterspout, duct,aqueduct, flume, sluice, conduit

No antonyms found.

The heavy rain caused the drainpipe to overflow, resulting in a flooded basement.

The plumber replaced the old, rusty drainpipe with a new one made of durable PVC.

The drainpipe was clogged with leaves and debris, causing water to back up into the sink.

The drainpipe was made of galvanized steel, which is resistant to rust and corrosion.