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tubing

n. uncountable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈtubɪŋ// UK //tjˈuːbɪŋ// tub·ing

n. a system of long, hollow pipes used to carry liquids or gases. It can also mean the activity of floating down a river on a large, air-filled ring.

n. a series or system of tubes; also refers to the recreational activity of riding on an inner tube, especially on water or snow.


SIMPLE

The mechanic replaced the old rubber tubing in the engine.

CONTEXTUAL

We spent the hot Saturday afternoon tubing down the river with a group of friends.

COMPLEX

The laboratory setup required specialized glass tubing to safely transport the corrosive chemicals between the various pressurized chambers.

Synonyms
Origin

From tube + -ing.

Usage

Uncountable when referring to the material or the activity; individual pieces are usually called 'tubes'.

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