as in gutters
a pipe or channel for carrying off water from a roof
our drainpipe is always getting clogged with leaves
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Recent Examples of drainpipes
His favorite example is capturing condensation from air conditioners, typically by placing a bucket under outdoor drainpipes.
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ABC News, 30 Apr. 2026
Wet coffee grounds can easily clog your drainpipes, leading to costly repairs.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Apr. 2026
Peels can create a huge mess in the drainpipes down the road.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 25 Jan. 2026
ABC News, 30 Apr. 2026
Wet coffee grounds can easily clog your drainpipes, leading to costly repairs.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Apr. 2026
Peels can create a huge mess in the drainpipes down the road.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 25 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drainpipes
gutters
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Empty standing water at least once a week (birdbaths, pet bowls, plant saucers), fix dripping faucets and keep gutters clear.—
Sharon Wu,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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If a downspout on your gutters is dumping into a low area and leaving a puddle, redirect the spout to a spot where water will run off.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
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“Drainpipes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drainpipes. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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