pipeline

pipeline
noun Date: 1860 1. a. a line of pipe with pumps, valves, and control devices for conveying liquids, gases, or finely divided solids b. pipe 2b 2. a direct channel for information 3. a process or channel of supply <
an arms pipeline
>
4. a state of development, preparation, or production <
several projects in the pipeline
>
; also the system for such processes <
a strong product pipeline
>
5. a course of individual advancement or development especially to fill organizational needs

New Collegiate Dictionary. 2001.

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