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Tubing - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Tubing refers to hollow cylindrical pipes or flexible hoses used for transporting liquids, gases, or other substances. It is also a recreational activity of floating on water using an inflatable tube.

tubing

/ˈtuːbɪŋ/ /ˈtjuːbɪŋ/

Definition:

Flexible cylindrical material used for conveying liquids or gases, or as a recreational activity in water.

Synonyms:

piping, hose, conduit, duct

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

solid rod, blockage

Common Collocations:

plastic tubing, rubber tubing, tubing system, water tubing

Derivatives:

tube, tubed

Usage Tips:

Use "tubing" to refer to the material or the activity; ensure context clarifies which meaning is intended.

Common Phrases:

go tubing, inner tubing, tubing park

Etymology:

Derived from "tube," from Latin "tubus," meaning a pipe or hollow cylinder.

Examples:

  • 1. We replaced the old plastic tubing in the lab.
  • 2. The kids enjoyed tubing down the river on a hot day.
  • 3. The plumber installed new copper tubing under the sink.
  • 4. She bought clear silicone tubing for her science project.

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