stovepipe

English

noun
Definitions
  • sheet-Sheet-metal tubing used as a chimney for a stove or furnace.
  • A channel for information which is compartmentalized in such a manner that some parties who might be interested in its use or be able to utilize it are restricted from accessing it.

Etymology

Compound from English stove + English pipe (smoking pipe).

Origin

English

pipe

Gloss

smoking pipe

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