1859, "continuous line of pipes," from pipe (n.1) + line (n.). Figurative sense of "channel of communication" is from 1921; surfer slang meaning "hollow part of a large wave" is attested by 1963.
双语例句
1. The two ends of the pipeline are connected with the radiator.
管道的两端与暖气片相连接.
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2. The pipeline supplies Jordan with 15 per cent of its crude oil.
该管道供给约旦15%的原油.
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3. A single pipeline serves all the houses with water.
