aqueduct — a structure built to carry water across long distances, especially a bridge-like construction
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a structure built to carry water across long distances, especially a bridge-like construction
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈækwɪdʌkt/
Example Sentences
- The engineering students were amazed that the Roman aqueduct was still working after 2000 years while their WiFi couldn't last 2 hours.
- The ancient aqueduct stretched for miles across the mountainous terrain.
- Modern cities still use the aqueduct principle to transport fresh water from distant sources.
aqueduct
NOUN[/ˈækwɪdʌkt/]
a structure built to carry water across long distances, especially a bridge-like construction
The Roman aqueduct carries fresh mountain water across the valley to the thirsty city.
They conduct the aqueduct to produce the perfect product!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'aquaeductus', combining 'aqua' (water) and 'ducere' (to lead). Romans used this term for their massive engineering structures that carried fresh water from distant sources into cities.
Breakdown
aqua- (water) + -duct (to lead/carry)
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📝Examples
“The engineering students were amazed that the Roman aqueduct was still working after 2000 years while their WiFi couldn't last 2 hours.”
“The ancient aqueduct stretched for miles across the mountainous terrain.”
“Modern cities still use the aqueduct principle to transport fresh water from distant sources.”
“My grandfather's dream was to build a backyard aqueduct to bring mountain spring water directly to his coffee maker.”
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