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duct Synonyms
Another word for duct
Choosing another word for duct depends on context, so the 13 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A channel, tube, or pipe for conveying air, liquids, cables, or other substances, especially within a building or machine.
Usage Example
"The technician cleaned out the dusty ventilation conduit to improve airflow throughout the office."
Strongest
conduit
Strong
channel
pipe
tube
flue
Weak
culvert
• noun (Context 2)
A bodily tube or vessel in an animal or plant that carries secreted or excreted fluids, such as tears, bile, or sap.
Usage Example
"A blocked tear canal can cause watery and irritated eyes in newborn infants."
Strong
canal
vessel
tract
Weak
passage
• verb (Context 3)
To convey, channel, or direct air, liquid, or cables through a tube or conduit.
Usage Example
"Cool air is ducted directly from the central unit into each room of the building."
Strongest
channel
Strong
pipe
funnel
convey
route
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Duct. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/duct