Definition of "downspout" [downspout]

• A vertical pipe for carrying rainwater down from a roof gutter. (noun)

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• "The shed's rain gutters and downspout supply the barrel with a steady source of water, another money-saving treasure."
• "The Gutter Pump is just a fancy downspout screen and still requires you to clean out your gutters."
• "She pressed her back in against the wall behind a downspout and waited, staring out toward the main street."