English dictionary
piping
/'p/aI/p/I//N/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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Playing on a musical pipe.
Source: webster1913
noun
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a thin strip of covered cord used to edge hems
Source: WordNet 3.0
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a long tube made of metal or plastic that is used to carry water or oil or gas etc.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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playing a pipe or the bagpipes
Source: WordNet 3.0
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A small cord covered with cloth, -- used as trimming for women's dresses.
Source: webster1913
adverb
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(used of heat) extremely
ExamplesThe casserole was piping hot.
Source: WordNet 3.0