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half·pipe or half pipe  (hfpp, häf-)
n.
1. A smooth-surfaced structure shaped like a trough and used for stunts in sports such as in-line skating and snowboarding.
2. A sports event in which a halfpipe serves as the course or area of competition.


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It features a half pipe, which is two quarter pipes put together, making a half-tunnel effect.
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