exhaust-pipe

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A pipe that carries waste gases away: An "exhaust-pipe" is a tube or conduit designed to expel gases, smoke, or steam from an engine, furnace, or other mechanical system. It is a component of an exhaust system, typically found in vehicles or industrial machinery.
Usage Examples
  • (The pipe that releases engine gases was broken.)
  • (They examined the tube that expels waste gases.)
Advanced Usage

  • "exhaust-pipe manifold": a part that collects exhaust gases from multiple cylinders into a single pipe.

    • The exhaust-pipe manifold connects to the engine to channel gases. (A component that funnels emissions.)

  • "to replace an exhaust-pipe": to install a new pipe in the exhaust system.

    • He had to replace the exhaust-pipe due to rust and corrosion. (He installed a new tube for gas expulsion.)
Variants and Related Words

  • Exhaust (n): the waste gases expelled from an engine or machine.

    • The exhaust from the truck was thick and black. (The gases released.)

  • Exhaust system (n): the entire assembly of pipes and components that removes gases.

    • The exhaust system includes the exhaust-pipe and muffler. (The complete gas removal setup.)
Synonyms
  • Tailpipe: the final section of the exhaust system that releases gases into the air (specifically for vehicles).
  • Vent pipe: a general term for a tube that allows gas or air to escape.
Related Idioms

  • "Blow off steam": to release pent-up energy or emotion (metaphorically, like steam escaping a pipe).

    • After a long day, he went for a run to blow off steam. (He released stress, similar to gases exiting an exhaust-pipe.)

  • "Pipe down": to become quiet or stop making noise.

    • The teacher told the students to pipe down. (To stop talking, like reducing noise from a pipe.)
Phrasal Verbs

  • Exhaust out: to expel completely.

    • The engine exhausts out fumes through the pipe. (The gases are released fully.)

  • Pipe in: to introduce or bring in through pipes.

    • They piped in fresh air to replace the exhaust. (They brought in air via pipes.)