pipelines

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a very long large tube, often underground, through which liquid or gas can flow for long distances

a series of connected tubes for transporting gas, oil, or water, usually over long distances

a very long large tube, usually underground, used to transport oil, gas, etc. over a long distance:

The Alaska pipeline crosses the wilderness in the northern Yukon.

pipeline company/operator The gas pipeline operator warned of possible shortages this winter.

pipeline network/system

pipeline construction/maintenance/operations Recently we have made progress towards improving pipeline maintenance.

a plan, product, etc. that is in the pipeline is being discussed or prepared and will be produced or finished in the future:

The CEO told the media there were no further acquisitions in the pipeline.