noun a tube-shaped piece of material that is hollow inside
verb to play (a tune) on a pipe instrument
In music, a pipe is a wind instrument consisting of a tube with finger holes or keys.
In construction, a pipe is a long hollow cylinder used to transport fluids or gases.
In computer science, a pipe is a method of inter-process communication.
In mechanical engineering, a pipe is a tubular section used to convey substances.
In industrial manufacturing, pipes are used to transport materials within a facility.
In horticulture, a pipe is a porous tube used for irrigation.
In plumbing, a pipe is a hollow cylinder used to convey fluids such as water or gas.
In the oil and gas industry, a pipe is a tube used for transporting oil or gas.
In smoking, a pipe is a device used for smoking tobacco or other substances.
In the context of a writer, 'pipe' may refer to the symbol '|' used in programming languages to denote a pipe or a redirection of output from one command to another.
In the context of a plumber, 'pipe' refers to a hollow tube used to transport water or gas in a plumbing system.
In the context of a software engineer, 'pipe' may refer to a method of inter-process communication in which a process sends output directly to another process.
In the context of a chef, 'pipe' may refer to a tool used to squeeze out frosting or batter in decorative shapes.
In the context of a mechanic, 'pipe' may refer to a metal tube used in the exhaust system of a vehicle to direct exhaust gases away from the engine.