piping meaning and definition

PIPING noun

Definition of piping (noun)

1. a thin strip of covered cord used to edge hems
2. a long tube made of metal or plastic that is used to carry water or oil or gas etc.
   • synonyms: pipage, pipe
3. playing a pipe or the bagpipes

PIPING adverb

Definition of piping (adverb)

1. (used of heat) extremely
   • "the casserole was piping hot"
   • synonyms: steaming