pipeline

US /ˈpaɪp.laɪn/
UK /ˈpaɪp.laɪn/
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1.

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

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

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

:
We have a strong sales pipeline for the next quarter.
The company has a good pipeline of new products in development.
1.

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

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