Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • noun In mining, a pump placed in the sump of a mine, and raising water to the hogger-pump, or directly to the hogger-pipe or discharge-pipe at the mouth of the shaft. See hogger-pipe.

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Examples

  • A: You can buy a complete battery-powered sump-pump system for $750 or less, not installed.

    Do-It-Yourself: Warming up a cold concrete floor 2010

  • Q: I have asked waterproofing companies for prices on a backup sump-pump battery, and they estimated the cost at $1,500 to $2,500.

    Do-It-Yourself: Warming up a cold concrete floor 2010

  • Jason separated his shoulder Monday evening, our sump-pump broke causing a flood in our utility room, I've been battling a cold for the fifth week, and I got sick Saturday.

    Archive 2008-11-01 Susan 2008

  • Jason separated his shoulder Monday evening, our sump-pump broke causing a flood in our utility room, I've been battling a cold for the fifth week, and I got sick Saturday.

    Lead Me to the Rock that is Higher Than I Joyful Fox 2008

  • Also popular are Degischer's sump-pump planters ($195 to $300), concrete-and-steel stools and benches ($350 to $925), and mirrors ($195 to $625).

    SFGate: Top News Stories Jeannie Matteucci 2011

  • Also popular are Degischer's sump-pump planters ($195 to $300), concrete-and-steel stools and benches ($350 to $925), and mirrors ($195 to $625).

    SFGate: Top News Stories Jeannie Matteucci 2011

  • Also, foundation damage from earth movement and water damage from a sewer or sump-pump are usually not covered unless you secured additional coverage.

    ABC News: Top Stories 2011

  • If the drain hose is inside a sewer pipe, connected directly to a sewer pipe or is inside a sump-pump pit, it is possible to back-siphon raw sewage into the home's potable water system.

    The Seattle Times 2010

  • If the drain hose is inside a sewer pipe, connected directly to a sewer pipe or is inside a sump-pump pit, it is possible to back-siphon raw sewage into the home's potable water system.

    The Seattle Times 2010

  • Becker said that if you have any concerns about your home's sump-pump system, you should seek professional help.

    News for NBC4i.com NBC4i.com 2010

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