Word: standpipe
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: stand
pipe
Definition: A vertical pipe into which water is pumped so that a desired pressure is available at the bottom.
Morphemes:
Affix: stand
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A device to hold something upright or aloft.
Affix: pipe
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A rigid tube that transports water, steam or other fluid, as used in plumbing and numerous other applications.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: pipe
Language: fro
Decoded: pipe
Meaning: liquid measure