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Meaning of the word pipeline in English

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pipeline

US /ˈpaɪp.laɪn/
UK /ˈpaɪp.laɪn/
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Noun

1.

a long pipe, typically underground, for conveying oil, gas, etc., over long distances.

Example:
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The new pipeline will transport natural gas across the country.
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An oil pipeline burst, causing an environmental disaster.
Synonym:
conduitductchanneltubeline
2.

a channel or system for the flow of information, goods, or services.

Example:
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We have a strong sales pipeline for the next quarter.
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The company has a good pipeline of new products in development.
Synonym:
channelflowsystemnetworkprocess

Verb

1.

to put something into a pipeline (in the sense of a channel or system).

Example:
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We need to pipeline these new features for the next release.
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The company plans to pipeline more resources into research and development.
Synonym:
channelroutedirectfunnelstream
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