English Explanatory Dictionary

downspout

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A vertical pipe or conduit that carries rainwater from the scupper, guttering of a building to a lower roof level, drain, ground or storm water runoff system.

Word forms

downspout downspouts

Etymology

From down + spout.

Synonyms

downpipe drainpipe leader waterspout
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