1
a
: a line of pipe with pumps, valves, and control devices for conveying liquids, gases, or finely divided solids
b
2
: a direct channel for information
3
: a process or channel of supply
an arms pipeline
4
: a state of development, preparation, or production
several projects in the pipeline
also
: the system for such processes
a strong product pipeline
5
: a course of individual advancement or development especially to fill organizational needs
Examples of pipeline in a Sentence
an equipment hauler serves as the columnist's pipeline for gossip about the rock band
the battle was ultimately lost because the enemy had destroyed our pipeline for resupply
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These proxies are believed to be behind arson attacks in the UK and the Czech Republic, the targeting of pipelines and data cables in the Baltic and tampering with water supplies in Sweden and Finland.
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The Week Uk, theweek, 5 Nov. 2024
The panel also oversees other businesses, including some water companies, securities firms, railroads and pipelines in the state, but the campaign largely has focused on utilities and energy.
—Russ Wiles, The Arizona Republic, 5 Nov. 2024
These relationships allow Giant Noise to tap into early talent pipelines that have produced interns and permanent hires.
—Christine Y. Cruzvergara, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
The Dodgers won the National League West every year from 2013-19, replenishing the minor league system and developing a talent pipeline second to none in the industry.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 31 Oct. 2024
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The Week Uk, theweek, 5 Nov. 2024
The panel also oversees other businesses, including some water companies, securities firms, railroads and pipelines in the state, but the campaign largely has focused on utilities and energy.
—Russ Wiles, The Arizona Republic, 5 Nov. 2024
These relationships allow Giant Noise to tap into early talent pipelines that have produced interns and permanent hires.
—Christine Y. Cruzvergara, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
The Dodgers won the National League West every year from 2013-19, replenishing the minor league system and developing a talent pipeline second to none in the industry.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 31 Oct. 2024
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“Pipeline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pipeline. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.
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pipeline
noun
pipe·line
ˈpī-ˌplīn 
1
: a line of pipe with pumps, valves, and control devices for carrying liquids, gases, or finely divided solids
2
: a direct channel for information or supplies
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