Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

conduit

noun
/ˈkɒn.dju.ɪt/
Definition
A conduit is a channel or tube used to convey fluids, electrical wires, or information.
Examples
  • The water flows through a conduit that runs beneath the street.
  • He served as a conduit for information between the two departments.
  • In construction, they used conduits to protect electrical wiring.
Meaning
In a broader sense, a conduit can refer to any means of transmitting something, like ideas or communication.
Synonyms
  • channel
  • pipe
  • tube
  • medium