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Architettura e Costruzione - Plumbing System

Qui imparerai alcune parole inglesi relative al sistema idraulico come "fogna", "scarico" e "tubazioni".

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downspout
[sostantivo]

a vertical pipe attached to a building which carries away rainwater from the roof to the ground

pluviale, tubo di scarico verticale

pluviale, tubo di scarico verticale

Ex: The builder installed a downspout at each corner of the house to ensure proper water flow .Il costruttore ha installato uno **scarico** ad ogni angolo della casa per garantire un corretto flusso dell'acqua.
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sewer
[sostantivo]

a system of underground pipes and tunnels used to carry away used water and waste matter from houses, factories, etc.

fogna

fogna

Ex: The sewer inspector checked for cracks and leaks in the aging infrastructure to prevent contamination .L'ispettore delle **fogne** ha controllato crepe e perdite nell'infrastruttura invecchiata per prevenire la contaminazione.
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pipework
[sostantivo]

the pipes of a building or machine that carry water, gas, or oil

tubatura, rete di tubi

tubatura, rete di tubi

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blockage
[sostantivo]

the obstruction or partial restriction of a passage, such as a pipe, duct, or pathway, preventing the smooth flow of air, fluid, or other substances

ostruzione, blocco

ostruzione, blocco

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cesspit
[sostantivo]

an underground tank used for the temporary storage of sewage or wastewater

pozzo nero, fossa settica

pozzo nero, fossa settica

Ex: The construction team had to dig a new cesspit after the old one became too small for the growing property .La squadra di costruzione ha dovuto scavare un nuovo **pozzo nero** dopo che il vecchio è diventato troppo piccolo per la proprietà in crescita.
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cutoff
[sostantivo]

a valve, gate, or device that is used to stop or control the flow of fluid or gas within a pipe or conduit

valvola di intercettazione, dispositivo di chiusura

valvola di intercettazione, dispositivo di chiusura

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drain
[sostantivo]

a pipe in the bottom of a sink, bath, etc. through which dirty water flows out

drenare

drenare

Ex: The bathroom drain emitted a foul odor, indicating a buildup of organic matter in the pipes.Lo **scarico** del bagno emetteva un odore sgradevole, indicando un accumulo di materia organica nelle tubature.
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drainage
[sostantivo]

the process of removing excess water or other liquids from an area or system, typically through a network of pipes, channels, or natural slopes

drenaggio, scarico delle acque

drenaggio, scarico delle acque

Ex: The contractor ensured that the drainage around the building was designed to avoid any water damage .L'appaltatore ha assicurato che il **drenaggio** intorno all'edificio fosse progettato per evitare danni causati dall'acqua.
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drainpipe
[sostantivo]

a pipe installed in a building's plumbing system that carries wastewater or excess water away from the structure

tubo di scarico, discendente pluviale

tubo di scarico, discendente pluviale

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duct
[sostantivo]

a hollow conduit or passage that is used for the distribution, circulation, or ventilation of air, gases, or other substances within a building or system

condotto, tubo

condotto, tubo

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ducting
[sostantivo]

the system of pipes, channels, or conduits used to convey or distribute air, gases, or other substances within a building, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system, or industrial setup

condotti, sistema di canalizzazione

condotti, sistema di canalizzazione

Ex: The company is considering replacing the outdated ducting with a more energy-efficient option .L'azienda sta valutando di sostituire l'obsoleto **sistema di canalizzazione** con un'opzione più efficiente dal punto di vista energetico.
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fatberg
[sostantivo]

a large congealed mass or blockage in a sewer system that is primarily composed of fats, oils, grease, and non-biodegradable items that have been flushed down drains or toilets

fatberg, massa di grasso

fatberg, massa di grasso

Ex: It took several days and specialized equipment to remove the fatberg from the pipes .Ci sono voluti diversi giorni e attrezzature specializzate per rimuovere il **fatberg** dalle tubature.
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faucet
[sostantivo]

an object that controls the flow of liquid or gas from a container or pipe

rubinetto

rubinetto

Ex: The outdoor faucet was used to connect the garden hose .Il **rubinetto** esterno è stato utilizzato per collegare il tubo da giardino.
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gutter
[sostantivo]

an open pipe that is attached beneath the edge of a building roof and carries rainwater away

grondaia

grondaia

Ex: She heard the sound of rainwater rushing through the gutter during the storm .Ha sentito il suono dell'acqua piovana che scorreva veloce attraverso la **grondaia** durante la tempesta.
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main
[sostantivo]

a large pipe through which water or gas is carried to a building

conduttura principale, tubazione principale

conduttura principale, tubazione principale

Ex: They traced the issue back to a fault in the electrical main.Hanno rintracciato il problema fino a un guasto nella **rete elettrica**.
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outfall
[sostantivo]

a point or location where water or another substance is discharged or flows out from a system, such as a drainage system, sewer, or wastewater treatment plant, into a body of water or the environment

scarico, sbocco

scarico, sbocco

Ex: The environmental group is monitoring the outfall for signs of pollution .Il gruppo ambientalista sta monitorando lo **scarico** per segni di inquinamento.
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drainage system
[sostantivo]

a network of pipes, channels, and structures designed to collect and channel excess water, wastewater, or other liquids away from an area or a property

sistema di drenaggio, rete di smaltimento delle acque

sistema di drenaggio, rete di smaltimento delle acque

Ex: After the storm , the drainage system worked well , keeping the area dry .Dopo la tempesta, il **sistema di drenaggio** ha funzionato bene, mantenendo l'area asciutta.
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leakage
[sostantivo]

the unintended or accidental escape or loss of a substance, typically a liquid or gas, from a container, system, or structure

perdita, fuoriuscita

perdita, fuoriuscita

Ex: They are investigating the leakage in the factory ’s cooling system .Stanno indagando sulla **perdita** nel sistema di raffreddamento della fabbrica.
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pipe
[sostantivo]

a cylindrical hollow tube or conduit typically made of metal, plastic, or other materials, used for the transportation of fluids, gases, or other substances from one place to another

tubo, condotta

tubo, condotta

Ex: The oil flowed through the underground pipe to the refinery .Il petrolio è fluito attraverso il **tubo** sotterraneo fino alla raffineria.
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pipeline
[sostantivo]

a system of interconnected pipes used for the transport of liquids, gases, or other substances over long distances

condotta, oleodotto/gasdotto

condotta, oleodotto/gasdotto

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running water
[sostantivo]

water that is brought into a house, building, etc. through pipes

acqua corrente

acqua corrente

Ex: The installation of running water in rural areas has significantly improved health and quality of life for residents .L'installazione di **acqua corrente** nelle zone rurali ha migliorato significativamente la salute e la qualità della vita dei residenti.
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septic tank
[sostantivo]

an underground container that treats household wastewater by allowing solids to settle and separate from the liquid before further treatment or absorption into the soil

fossa settica, pozzo nero

fossa settica, pozzo nero

Ex: The family decided to upgrade their septic tank to a larger one to accommodate their growing household .La famiglia ha deciso di aggiornare la propria **fossa settica** a una più grande per accogliere la loro famiglia in crescita.
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sewage
[sostantivo]

the waste water and other liquid waste from homes, businesses, and factories, usually carried away through pipes and treated

liquame

liquame

Ex: Improper handling of sewage can lead to the spread of diseases .Una gestione impropria delle **acque reflue** può portare alla diffusione di malattie.
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sluice
[sostantivo]

a channel or gate that is used to control or redirect the flow of water. It typically consists of a barrier that can be opened or closed to regulate the passage of water

chiusa, paratoia

chiusa, paratoia

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spigot
[sostantivo]

a valve or tap that is used to control the release of water from a pipe or container

rubinetto, valvola

rubinetto, valvola

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standpipe
[sostantivo]

a vertical pipe or fixture connected to a water supply system, typically equipped with valves or outlets, used for firefighting purposes or as a source of water in buildings

colonna secca, colonna antincendio

colonna secca, colonna antincendio

Ex: The standpipe on the street corner was used to wash cars and clean the sidewalk .La **colonna idrante** all'angolo della strada veniva usata per lavare le macchine e pulire il marciapiede.
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stopcock
[sostantivo]

a valve or faucet used to control or shut off the flow of water or other fluids in a plumbing system, typically located at a point where pipes connect or branch

rubinetto di arresto, valvola di intercettazione

rubinetto di arresto, valvola di intercettazione

Ex: Before beginning any plumbing work , make sure to turn off the stopcock to avoid flooding .Prima di iniziare qualsiasi lavoro idraulico, assicurati di chiudere la **valvola di arresto** per evitare allagamenti.
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valve
[sostantivo]

a mechanical device that controls or regulates the flow of fluids, such as liquids, gases, or slurries, by opening, closing, or partially obstructing passageways within a pipe or system

valvola, rubinetto

valvola, rubinetto

Ex: We need to close the valve to prevent flooding in the basement .Dobbiamo chiudere la **valvola** per evitare allagamenti nel seminterrato.
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sump
[sostantivo]

a pit or reservoir typically found in the basement or lower level of a building that collects excess water or liquid, such as groundwater, rainwater, or wastewater

pozzo di drenaggio, vasca di raccolta

pozzo di drenaggio, vasca di raccolta

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waste pipe
[sostantivo]

a pipe within a building's plumbing system that carries wastewater from plumbing fixtures, such as sinks, toilets, or showers, to the main drainage system or septic tank for proper disposal or treatment

tubo di scarico, condotta delle acque reflue

tubo di scarico, condotta delle acque reflue

Ex: Water from the shower drains into a waste pipe that leads outside .L'acqua della doccia scarica in un **tubo di scarico** che conduce all'esterno.
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water main
[sostantivo]

a large underground pipe that delivers potable water from a water treatment plant or other water source to individual buildings or communities

conduttura principale dell'acqua, rete idrica principale

conduttura principale dell'acqua, rete idrica principale

Ex: The workers are digging up the street to repair the damaged water main.Gli operai stanno scavando la strada per riparare la **conduttura dell'acqua** danneggiata.
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waterworks
[sostantivo]

the infrastructure and facilities responsible for supplying clean water and managing wastewater

opere idriche, impianti idrici

opere idriche, impianti idrici

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plumbing
[sostantivo]

the system of pipes for the distribution of water in a building

impianto idraulico

impianto idraulico

Ex: The architect designed the building with modern plumbing systems to maximize water efficiency.L'architetto ha progettato l'edificio con moderni sistemi di **idraulica** per massimizzare l'efficienza idrica.
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plumbing fixture
[sostantivo]

a device or appliance connected to a plumbing system that is used for a specific function related to water supply or drainage

apparecchiatura idraulica, dispositivo sanitario

apparecchiatura idraulica, dispositivo sanitario

Ex: When building a house , it is important to select plumbing fixtures that suit both style and function .Quando si costruisce una casa, è importante selezionare **apparecchi idraulici** che si adattino sia allo stile che alla funzione.
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pipe fitting
[sostantivo]

a component used in plumbing and construction to join, redirect, or control the flow of fluids or gases in a piping system

raccordo per tubi, giunto per tubi

raccordo per tubi, giunto per tubi

Ex: The contractor used several pipe fittings to complete the plumbing for the new house .L'appaltatore ha utilizzato diversi **raccordi per tubi** per completare l'impianto idraulico della nuova casa.
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urinal
[sostantivo]

a plumbing fixture specifically designed for the purpose of urination. It is typically found in public restrooms and is designed to be used by males

orinatoio, vespasiano

orinatoio, vespasiano

Ex: The stadium installed new urinals to accommodate the large crowd during events .Lo stadio ha installato nuovi **orinatoi** per accogliere la grande folla durante gli eventi.
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sink
[sostantivo]

a large and open container that has a water supply and you can use to wash your hands, dishes, etc. in

lavello

lavello

Ex: The utility sink in the laundry room was perfect for soaking stained clothing .Il **lavandino** utility nella lavanderia era perfetto per ammollare i vestiti macchiati.
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laundry sink
[sostantivo]

a type of sink that is specifically designed for use in laundry rooms or areas where clothes are washed or laundered

lavello della lavanderia, lavandino della lavanderia

lavello della lavanderia, lavandino della lavanderia

Ex: The laundry sink is perfect for soaking stained clothes overnight .Il **lavello della lavanderia** è perfetto per ammollare i vestiti macchiati durante la notte.
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toilet
[sostantivo]

the seat we use for getting rid of bodily waste

gabinetto

gabinetto

Ex: The children learned the importance of proper toilet etiquette during their potty training phase .I bambini hanno appreso l'importanza di una corretta etichetta del **gabinetto** durante la fase di addestramento al vasino.
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shower
[sostantivo]

a piece of equipment that flows water all over your body from above

doccia

doccia

Ex: She turned on the shower and waited for the water to heat up .Ha acceso la **doccia** e ha aspettato che l'acqua si riscaldasse.
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male pipe
[sostantivo]

a type of pipe fitting that has external threads on the outer surface, designed to be inserted into a corresponding female pipe fitting with internal threads to create a secure and sealed connection for the flow of fluids or gases

tubo maschio, raccordo maschio

tubo maschio, raccordo maschio

Ex: When installing the new showerhead , make sure the male pipe is aligned correctly with the female connector .Quando si installa il nuovo soffione della doccia, assicurarsi che il **tubo maschio** sia correttamente allineato con il connettore femmina.
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female pipe
[sostantivo]

a type of pipe fitting that has internal threads on the inner surface, designed to receive and make a secure connection with a male pipe fitting that has external threads, allowing for the flow of fluids or gases

tubo femmina, raccordo femmina

tubo femmina, raccordo femmina

Ex: The water pressure was low because the female pipe was not properly connected to the main line .La pressione dell'acqua era bassa perché il **tubo femmina** non era correttamente collegato alla linea principale.
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