downspout

noun

down·​spout ˈdau̇n-ˌspau̇t How to pronounce downspout (audio)
: a vertical pipe used to drain rainwater from a roof

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Grab a ladder and scoop them out then hose it out to make sure downspouts aren’t blocked. Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 24 Sep. 2025 The theater received damages to its roof, gutters, downspouts, ceiling, insulation, electrical, production lighting components, sound system components, acoustical treatments, seating, stage floor, HVAC, flooring and drywall, according to the city. Nwa Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 22 Sep. 2025 Once your gutters are cleaned, run a hose and flush out the downspouts. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 1 Sep. 2025 For a noisy downspout-style fountain, McRae suggests putting a screen over the water to break up the stream. Laura Fenton, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for downspout

Word History

First Known Use

1850, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of downspout was in 1850

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“Downspout.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/downspout. Accessed 4 Oct. 2025.

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