standpipe — English Dictionary

Noun

1. A vertical pipe into which water is pumped so that a desired pressure is available at the bottom.

2. A vertical pipe into which water is pumped so that a desired pressure is available at the bottom. A vertical pipe used as an overflow protection drain in certain domestic plumbing fixtures (e.g. flush toilets).

   Usage

   • broadly

3. The plumbing for a water supply in a building for the use of firefighters; the water supply itself (firewater).

   Examples

   dry standpipe

   wet standpipe

4. A freestanding pipe fitted with a tap which is installed outdoors to dispense water for everyday use.

Noun

1. a vertical pipe

   Broader terms

   pipepipagepiping