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definition
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.
Examples of downspout in a Sentence
Spray them clean and test the downspout to make sure there are no clogs.
Run water down the downspout to make sure it is clear.
A good kit will contain a complete set of instructions on how to install a rain barrel to the downspout of your rooftop rain gutter.
This connection diverts water into the barrel while preventing debris to enter the barrel The debris is bypassed and continues through the downspout.
To do so it's best to start at the end opposite the downspout and aim the hose toward it.
Most rain barrel kits provide you with a diverter or adapter so you can connect directly to the downspout of your rooftop rain gutter system.
Point the end of the garden hose into the bottom the downspout.