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English → English (WordNet)
Definition: standpipe
standpipe
n : a vertical pipe
English → English (gcide)
Definition: Standpipe
Standpipe
\Stand"pipe`\ (-p[imac]p`), n.
1. (Engin.) A vertical pipe, open at the top, between a
hydrant and a reservoir, to equalize the flow of water;
also, a large vertical pipe, near a pumping engine, into
which water is forced up, so as to give it sufficient head
to rise to the required level at a distance.
[1913 Webster]
2. (Steam Boiler) A supply pipe of sufficient elevation to
enable the water to flow into the boiler, notwithstanding
the pressure of the steam. --Knight.
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