The word "conduit" refers to a channel or pipe that allows something, such as liquids, gases, or electrical wires, to flow through. More broadly, it can also mean a means of transmitting or conveying information or established connections between people, ideas, or resources. In this sense, a conduit can facilitate communication or the exchange of ideas.
The term "conduit" originates from the Latin word "conductus," which means "led or guided." This is derived from the verb "conducere," meaning "to lead together" or "to bring together." The word entered Middle English in the 14th century.