steampipe

/ˈstiːmˌpaɪp/

Definitions

1. noun

a pipe used for the supply of steam, especially to a steam engine or heating system

“The engineer checked the steampipe for leaks before the factory’s production process began.”

2. verb

to supply with steam, especially through a steampipe

“The steampipe system is being used to heat the entire city, steampiping hot water through the pipes.”

Synonyms

  • steam line
  • steam pipe
  • vapour pipe

Antonyms

  • cold pipe
  • unheated pipe