How to Pronounce "stovepipe"
word
ˈstoʊvˌpaɪp
STOHV-pype
stˈəʊvpaɪp
st-OHV-pype
Definition
A stovepipe is a metal pipe that carries smoke from a stove or fireplace to a chimney or outside. It can also refer to something that is tall and narrow, such as the shape of a hat or the way organizations communicate only within departments.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstoʊvˌpaɪp
British English
stˈəʊvpaɪp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STOHV-pype
UK
st-OHV-pype
Listen in Context
The stovepipe carries smoke out of the house.
He cleaned the stovepipe before winter.
Smoke was coming out of the stovepipe.
Lincoln was famous for his tall stovepipe hat.