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pipeline

 

[ ˈpaɪpˌlaɪn ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

construction

A long pipe, typically underground, for conveying oil, gas, etc., over long distances.

Synonyms

channel, conduit, duct

Examples of usage

  • The pipeline burst, causing a major oil spill.
  • The company is investing in a new pipeline for natural gas transportation.
Context #2 | Noun

business

A channel through which information, money, etc., is transmitted.

Synonyms

channel, process, system

Examples of usage

  • The sales pipeline is crucial for tracking potential customers.
  • The company is working to streamline its pipeline for faster decision-making.
Context #3 | Verb

business

To develop or plan a new product, service, etc., often involving multiple stages.

Synonyms

develop, organize, plan

Examples of usage

  • The team is currently in the process of pipelining a new software update.
  • The company is pipelining a series of marketing campaigns for the upcoming year.

Translations

Translations of the word "pipeline" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pipeline

🇮🇳 पाइपलाइन

🇩🇪 Pipeline

🇮🇩 pipa

🇺🇦 трубопровід

🇵🇱 rurociąg

🇯🇵 パイプライン

🇫🇷 pipeline

🇪🇸 tubería

🇹🇷 boru hattı

🇰🇷 파이프라인

🇸🇦 خط الأنابيب

🇨🇿 potrubí

🇸🇰 potrubie

🇨🇳 管道

🇸🇮 cevovod

🇮🇸 leiðsla

🇰🇿 құбыр

🇬🇪 მილი

🇦🇿 boru kəməri

🇲🇽 tubería

Etymology

The word 'pipeline' originated in the mid-19th century from the combination of 'pipe' and 'line.' It initially referred to a line of pipes used for conveying water or other substances. Over time, the term expanded to include various meanings related to channels, processes, and development stages. Today, 'pipeline' is commonly used in industries such as construction, business, and technology to denote the concept of a continuous flow or transmission.

See also: pipe, pipefitting, piper, pipes, pipet, pipework, piping.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,475 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.