access eye

access eye

[′ak‚ses ‚ī] (civil engineering) A threaded plug fitted into bends and junctions of drain, waste, or soil pipes to provide access when a blockage occurs. (engineering) cleanout

cleanout

1. A pipe fitting with a removable plug which provides access for inspection or cleaning of the pipe run. Also called an access eye or cleaning eye.2. An opening at the base of a chimney, stack, or breeching for the removal of dust, soot, etc. 3. An opening in concrete forms for removing debris; closed before the concrete is placed.