pipe for conveying fluid; vessel in biology
Meanings
3 senses · 7 examplesnoun
pipe for conveying liquids; tube; conduit
neutralA general term for man-made pipes or tubes used in systems like plumbing, industrial processes, or medical equipment.
Crude oil is transported to the refinery through long pipelines.
This medical device requires a thin catheter.
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The workers are installing new drainage pipes.
noun
(in animals/vessels) vessel; duct; tube
technicalRefers to biological conduits in anatomy and physiology, such as blood vessels, lymphatic vessels, or ducts.
Blood vessels are among the most important conduits in the human body.
The doctor checked if his bile duct was clear.
noun
(in plants) vessel; xylem vessel; trachea
technicalA specialized tissue (xylem) in plants that transports water and mineral salts from the roots upwards.
The vessels in plants are responsible for transporting water from the roots to the leaves.
The structure of the xylem vessels can be clearly seen under a microscope.