Riser Pipe (Noun)
Meaning
A vertical pipe in a building.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The plumber connected the water supply line to the riser pipe in the basement to distribute water to the upper floors.
- The architect specified a larger diameter riser pipe to accommodate the increased water pressure in the high-rise building.
- During the renovation, the contractor had to replace the corroded riser pipe with a new one to prevent leaks.
- The fire suppression system relied on a network of riser pipes to deliver water to the sprinkler heads on each floor.
- The building inspector checked the riser pipe for any signs of damage or wear before issuing a certificate of occupancy.