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pipe

Pronunciation: [/ˈpaɪp/]

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Learn how to use pipe in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “construction”

(noun) a long, hollow cylinder made of metal, plastic, or other materials used to transport liquids or gases. Like a straw for water or gas.

Example

The plumber fixed the broken pipe in the bathroom.

Example

The pipe burst due to the high pressure in the system.

Example

Did you see the leak coming from the pipe in the kitchen?

Context: “music”

(noun) a musical instrument made of wood, metal, or plastic with holes that are covered with fingers to produce different notes. You blow into a pipe to make music.

Example

The musician played a beautiful melody on the pipe.

Example

She couldn't find the right pipe to play the song properly.

Example

How many different notes can you play on the pipe?

Context: “smoking”

(verb) to smoke tobacco or other substances using a pipe. It involves filling the pipe with tobacco and lighting it.

Example

He liked to relax in the evening while he smoked his pipe.

Example

She quit smoking the pipe to improve her health.

Example

Do you know how to properly clean a smoking pipe?

How to pronounce pipe

Pronunciation: [/ˈpaɪp/]

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