1. pipes that carry away water or other liquids, especially from buildings
Usage: plural of drainpipe
2. very tight-fitting trousers or jeans
Usage: informal; British

Examples

• The old house had rusty drainpipes that needed replacing.
• Heavy rain caused the drainpipes to overflow onto the street.
• The plumber installed new drainpipes in the basement.
• She wore black drainpipes with a vintage band t-shirt.
• The building’s drainpipes were clogged with leaves.
• His drainpipes were so tight he could barely sit down.
• Workers cleared debris from the drainpipes after the storm.