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soil pipe
noun
- a pipe carrying wastes from toilets and sometimes from waste pipes. Compare waste pipe ( def 2 ).
soil pipe
noun
- a pipe that conveys sewage or waste water from a toilet, etc, to a soil drain or sewer
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Word History and Origins
Origin of soil pipe1
First recorded in 1825–35
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Example Sentences
When the soil pipe from a water-closet is exposed in cold weather it may freeze up or be clogged by urinary deposits.
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The only kind to use are short-hopper closets with a trap that opens into the soil-pipe above the floor.
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There is generally a piece of lead connecting the toilet with the soil pipe.
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Soil-pipe fittings can be had from stock almost to suit the conditions.
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Soil-pipe extended above roof, but without ventilation at its foot.
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