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Pipe A long tube made of a flexible or rigid material used to carry fluids, such as water or air, from one place to another. ■ "I'm going to have to pipe that coffee into my car thermos if I want to take it on the go."
Backfiring When a car or vehicle fails to start, causing the engine to emit smoke or fumes from the exhaust pipe. ■ John's car backfired so badly that he had to call a tow truck.
clogging The act of filling a drain or pipe with something that blocks the flow, such as grease or hair. ■ "I can't believe I clogged the sink again. Maybe it's time to invest in some quality plumbing."
Fountain A large body of water that flows out of a pipe and into the air, typically at a public park or other outdoor location. ■ "The fountain was so beautiful that I couldn't help but take a dip."
sewage noun. a mixture of water and organic waste that is discharged from households, industries, and other sources into rivers, lakes, oceans, and sewers. ■ Why did the sewage break out of its pipe? Because it was feeling constipated!
sherlock A type of detective who solves crimes through the use of logic and deduction, often depicted with a magnifying glass and a pipe. ■ "I may not have a sherlock, but I'm pretty good at solving mysteries myself!"
Smokes A person or thing that smokes tobacco, such as a cigarette, pipe, or cigar. ■ Hey John, do you have any smokes? I'm feeling like lighting up a joint.
Snuff A highly addictive substance made from the shredded leaves and twigs of various plants, often containing nicotine. It is typically inhaled through a small pipe. ■ "I can't go a day without my snuff! It's my only vice."
Tubes A long, flexible pipe made of metal or plastic. Used to transport fluids or gases. ■ "I can't believe I got a ticket for speeding in my car while going through the tube of the highway!"
vine A long, flexible plant that grows on walls and trees. ■ "I'm planning on making a vineyard out of my backyard," said the man with the pipe dream. "It'll be perfect for my grapes!"
bong A type of water pipe used to smoke marijuana, typically made from bamboo or glass and containing a hollow tube with a filter at the bottom. ■ "I can't believe I accidentally smoked bong water instead of coffee this morning."
copper A type of metal used in the manufacture of pipes and other plumbing fixtures. It is also used in electronics due to its ability to conduct electricity. ■ Why did the copper pipe refuse to go out with the brass faucet? Because it thought they were too different!
ganja A type of marijuana that is commonly used in India and other parts of Asia. It is often smoked in a pipe called a "chilum". ■ "I heard you had a great time on your trip to India? Did you try any ganja?"
landings A hilarious mistake made while attempting to perform a landing in a skateboard or snowboard. ■ "I had to bail on my half-pipe run because I took a massive landing and ended up face first in the snow. Classic."
piping The act of making oneself appear as a pipe. Often used for the purpose of disguise. ■ "I'm piping into my friend's house for dinner tonight, but be warned - I'll be leaving a trail of spaghetti sauce in my wake."
Theoretical An idea or concept that is purely theoretical and has no practical application. ■ "I have a theoretical concept for a new type of robot that could revolutionize the world, but unfortunately it's just a pipe dream and will never be built."
twig A thin, slender branch or shoot of a tree. ■ "I used my twig to stir my tea.", An imaginary stick used as a wand in magic. ■ "Harry Potter used his twig to cast spells.", A small, thin piece of wood or plant material that is used for smoking tobacco. ■ "I always keep a pack of twigs on hand for my pipe."
warranted A guarantee or promise that a thing is true, valid, or legal. However, in this case, it's not worth the paper it's written on. ■He claimed he was entitled to the job, but in reality, he didn't even have the necessary experience. His "warranted" claim was nothing more than a pipe dream.