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Plumbing TermBurst Pipe
/bərst pīp/
A ruptured pipe causing uncontrollable water leakage.
Full Definition
A pipe that has ruptured due to freezing, corrosion, or pressure, causing water to leak uncontrollably. Burst pipes are a plumbing emergency requiring immediate attention to prevent water damage.
Common Usage
“The plumber was called immediately to fix the burst pipe in the basement.”
Did You Know?
A burst pipe can release up to 400 gallons of water per hour, causing thousands of dollars in damage within minutes.