Pigging Meaning in English

word · lemma: pig

US

ˈpɪɡ

PIG-ing

UK

pˈɪɡɪŋ

PIG-ing

Definition

Pigging is the process of cleaning or inspecting pipelines using a device called a 'pig' that moves through the inside of the pipe. It is commonly used in the oil, gas, and water industries to maintain pipelines.

Usage & Nuances

Technical and industry jargon; 'pigging' is typically used in oil, gas, and industrial pipeline contexts. Not used for animals or casual speech. Common collocations: 'pipeline pigging', 'pigging operation', 'pigging process'. Sometimes misunderstood as related to pigs (the animal).

• Spanish: limpieza de tuberías (con dispositivo) - método de desincrustación
• Portuguese (BR): limpeza de tubulações (com dispositivo) - limpeza por pig
• Portuguese (PT): limpeza de tubagens (com dispositivo) - limpeza por pig
• Chinese (Simplified): 管道清洗（用清管器）
• Chinese (Traditional): 管道清洗（用清管器）
• Hindi: पाइपलाइन सफाई (पिग उपकरण से)
• Arabic: تنظيف الأنابيب (بواسطة جهاز)
• Bengali: পিগিং
• Russian: пиггинг
• Japanese: ピギング
• Vietnamese: pigging
• Korean: 피깅
• Turkish: pigging
• Urdu: پگنگ
• Indonesian: pigging

Example Sentences

Pigging is used to keep pipelines clean.

basic

The oil company scheduled pigging for next week.

basic

Pigging helps prevent blockages in pipes.

basic

Technicians monitor the pigging process carefully to ensure safety.

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After regular pigging, the factory reported fewer leaks.

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Without pigging, deposits can build up and cause serious problems.

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