pipejacking

Questions

What does pipejacking mean?

The use of hydraulic jacks to push pipes through the ground behind a TBM or shield, commonly used to create tunnels under existing structures such as roads or railways.

Where does pipejacking come from?

From pipe + jacking.

How to pronounce pipejacking

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2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
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4. Repeat and practice — Say “pipejacking” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.