pipeline /ˈpaɪpˌlaɪn/ noun plural pipelines
plural pipelines
Learner's definition of PIPELINE
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[count] : a line of connected pipes that are used for carrying liquids and gases over a long distance(长距离输送油、水、气的)管道,管线 —
sometimes used figuratively有时用作比喻 2
the pipeline : the system for developing and producing something研发生产系统 -
the next wave of products to come down the pipeline [=to be produced]待制的下一批产品
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Newer treatments for the disease are in the pipeline. [=are being developed]针对这种疾病最新的疗法正在研发中。
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He's a film producer with several projects in the pipeline. [=in the works]他是位电影制作人,手头有几个正在酝酿中的项目。