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Waterwheel (Noun)

Meaning 1

A wheel that rotates by direct action of water; a simple turbine.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

  • The old mill used a traditional waterwheel to power its machinery.
  • A waterwheel was a key component of the medieval town's irrigation system.
  • The small stream was just enough to turn the waterwheel of the quaint village mill.
  • Visitors marveled at the giant waterwheel that generated electricity for the rural community.
  • Archeologists discovered remnants of an ancient waterwheel used by early settlers to grind grain.

Synonyms

  • Water Wheel

Hyponyms

  • Mill Wheel

Meaning 2

A wheel with buckets attached to its rim; raises water from a stream or pond.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

  • The ancient waterwheel was used to irrigate the crops in the village for centuries.
  • A picturesque waterwheel was found along the winding stream, surrounded by lush greenery.
  • Local artisans worked tirelessly to restore the old waterwheel to its original glory.
  • The waterwheel was an integral part of the 19th-century mill, responsible for powering its machinery.
  • In the distance, a waterwheel stood still, its buckets weathered and worn from years of disuse.

Synonyms

  • Water Wheel
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