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tubing

Pronunciation: [ˈtuːbɪŋ]

Word

Learn how to use tubing in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “construction”

(noun) a long, hollow piece of material, usually made of plastic or metal. Tubing is used to move liquids or gases from one place to another, like water in a garden or air in a tire.

Example

The plumber used strong tubing to fix the broken pipe in the bathroom.

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The tubing was too weak, and it couldn't hold the water properly.

Example

What type of tubing is best for carrying hot water?

Context: “recreation”

(noun) an activity where people float down a river or on a lake while sitting in large, inflatable tubes. It's a fun way to enjoy the water during hot days.

Example

We went tubing on the river last weekend and had a great time splashing around.

Example

Tubing on a cold day is not much fun because you get chilly quickly.

Example

Are you excited to go tubing with us this summer?

How to pronounce tubing

Pronunciation: [ˈtuːbɪŋ]

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