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Architecture and Construction - Plumbing System
Here you will learn some English words related to the plumbing system such as "sewer", "drain", and "pipework".
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a vertical pipe attached to a building which carries away rainwater from the roof to the ground
a system of underground pipes and tunnels used to carry away used water and waste matter from houses, factories, etc.
the process of removing excess water or other liquids from an area or system, typically through a network of pipes, channels, or natural slopes
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
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
an open pipe that is attached beneath the edge of a building roof and carries rainwater away
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
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
the unintended or accidental escape or loss of a substance, typically a liquid or gas, from a container, system, or structure
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
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
the waste water and other liquid waste from homes, businesses, and factories, usually carried away through pipes and treated
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
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
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
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
a large underground pipe that delivers potable water from a water treatment plant or other water source to individual buildings or communities
a device or appliance connected to a plumbing system that is used for a specific function related to water supply or drainage
a component used in plumbing and construction to join, redirect, or control the flow of fluids or gases in a piping system
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
a large and open container that has a water supply and you can use to wash your hands, dishes, etc. in
a type of sink that is specifically designed for use in laundry rooms or areas where clothes are washed or laundered
a piece of equipment that flows water all over your body from above
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
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
