Drainpipe

usgb/ˈdreɪnpaɪp/
noun

A pipe used for carrying waste water or rainwater away from a building.

The drainpipe on the side of the house was leaking.
Visual representation of "drainpipe" - A pipe used for carrying waste water or rainwater away from a building

Often appears as...

  • leaky drainpipe
  • clogged drainpipe
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Location Specific

Drainpipes are usually found on the outside of buildings.

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Look at the corner of the school; you can see a large drainpipe there.
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Maintenance Issues

Drainpipes can get blocked and may need fixing or cleaning.

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After the storm, leaves had blocked the drainpipe, causing an overflow.
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Material Types

Drainpipes can be made of plastic, metal, or clay.

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Our new house has durable plastic drainpipes.
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