Standpipe
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Standpipe is a noun meaning A vertical pipe into which water is pumped so that a desired pressure is available at the bottom.
Meaning
A vertical pipe into which water is pumped so that a desired pressure is available at the bottom.
More Meanings
- The plumbing for a water supply in a building for the use of firefighters; the water supply itself (firewater).
- A freestanding pipe fitted with a tap which is installed outdoors to dispense water for everyday use.
Example Sentences
dry standpipe
wet standpipe
Word Forms
- standpipes
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include drivepipe, playpipe, penstock, blasthole, pentstock, pipe.
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