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    Conduits (en. Conduits)

    /kɔ̃.dɥi/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Pipe used to transport liquids or gases.
    The water pipes in the house are PVC.
    Les conduits d'eau de la maison sont en PVC.
    Channel or passage of communication.
    The ventilation ducts ensure good air circulation.
    Les conduits de ventilation assurent une bonne circulation de l'air.
    Terms used in medicine to refer to natural pathways in the body.
    The bile ducts carry bile from the liver to the intestine.
    Les conduits biliaires transportent la bile du foie à l'intestin.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'conductus', meaning 'conduct, transported'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to put in conduits
    To organize or plan effectively.
    mettre en conduits
    communication channels
    Ways used for the transmission of information or fluids.
    conduits de communication

    Related Words

    to drive
    To lead or guide something or someone.
    conduire
    driver
    A person who drives a vehicle or mode of transport.
    conducteur

    Slang Meanings

    Can refer to ongoing ideas or projects.
    We have several open conduits for this new project.
    On a plusieurs conduits ouverts pour ce nouveau projet.