pipelayer

English

Etymology

From pipe +‎ layer.

Pronunciation

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Noun

pipelayer (plural pipelayers)

  1. One who lays conducting pipes in the ground, for water, gas, etc.
    Near-synonym: pipefitter (not always differentiated in practice)
  2. (US, politics, slang, dated) A politician who works in secret.
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