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pipework

 

[ ˈpaɪpwɜːrk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

construction

A system of pipes used for carrying fluids, such as water, gas, or oil, from one place to another.

Synonyms

conduit, pipeline, piping

Examples of usage

  • The new industrial complex required extensive pipework to supply water and gas to all the facilities.
  • The plumber was skilled in installing and repairing complex pipework systems in commercial buildings.
Context #2 | Noun

music

A series of pipes in an organ that produce sound when air is passed through them.

Synonyms

flue pipes, organ pipes

Examples of usage

  • The organist expertly played the intricate pipework of the church organ during the concert.
  • The historical organ's pipework was meticulously restored to its original condition.

Translations

Translations of the word "pipework" in other languages:

🇵🇹 trabalho de tubulação

🇮🇳 पाइपवर्क

🇩🇪 Rohrleitungen

🇮🇩 pekerjaan pipa

🇺🇦 трубопровідні роботи

🇵🇱 prace rurarskie

🇯🇵 配管工事

🇫🇷 travaux de tuyauterie

🇪🇸 trabajo de tuberías

🇹🇷 boru işleri

🇰🇷 배관 작업

🇸🇦 أعمال الأنابيب

🇨🇿 potrubní práce

🇸🇰 potrubné práce

🇨🇳 管道工程

🇸🇮 cevovodno delo

🇮🇸 pípuverk

🇰🇿 құбыр жұмыстары

🇬🇪 მილის სამუშაოები

🇦🇿 boru işi

🇲🇽 trabajo de tuberías

Word origin

The word 'pipework' originated from the combination of 'pipe' and 'work', referring to the work or system of pipes. The use of pipework in construction and plumbing dates back to ancient civilizations like the Romans, who used lead pipes for water supply. In the context of music, pipework has been an essential component of organs for centuries, with advancements in organ technology continually evolving the design and functionality of these pipes.

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

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,142 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.