DOWNSPOUT

Etymology

Noun

downspout (plural downspouts)

A vertical pipe or conduit that carries rainwater from the scupper, guttering of a building to a lower roof level, drain, ground or storm water runoff system.

Synonyms

• downpipe

• drainpipe

• leader

Source: Wiktionary



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