pipeline

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pipeline

A large pipeline runs across a desert landscape.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A long pipe, typically underground, used for transporting liquids or gases over long distances: A system of connected pipes designed to move substances like oil, natural gas, or water from one location to another.
    • A channel or system for information or supplies: A figurative term for a process or system through which something is passed on or developed in stages.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun (Physical Pipe):
    • The new pipeline will transport natural gas from the northern fields to the coastal cities.
    • A leak in the oil pipeline caused an environmental disaster.
  • Noun (Figurative System):
    • The company has a strong talent pipeline, with many interns being hired as full-time employees.
    • New legislation is in the pipeline and should be announced next month.
Advanced Usage
  • "In the pipeline": Being planned, developed, or prepared; in progress.
    • Several exciting new products are in the pipeline for release next year.
  • "Pipeline project": A major infrastructure project involving the construction of a pipeline.
    • The controversial cross-border pipeline project has faced many legal challenges.
Variants and Related Words
  • Pipelining (gerund/noun): The action or process of conveying via a pipeline.
    • The pipelining of crude oil is a highly technical operation.
  • Pipelined (adjective): Transported or supplied by a pipeline.
    • Pipelined water is generally safer than water from untreated sources.
Synonyms
  • Conduit: A channel for conveying fluids or protecting cables (for the physical meaning).
  • Channel: A medium for communication or transfer (for the figurative meaning).
  • Supply line: A route along which goods and supplies are transported.
Related Phrases
  • Feed into the pipeline: To enter a system or process for development or delivery.
    • Raw data from the sensors feeds directly into the analysis pipeline.
  • Build/develop a pipeline: To create a system for future supply or talent.
    • The university is working to build a pipeline of skilled engineers for the industry.
pipeline

A large pipeline runs across a desert landscape.

Noun
  1. a pipe used to transport liquids or gases
    • a pipeline runs from the wells to the seaport
  2. gossip spread by spoken communication
    • the news of their affair was spread by word of mouth