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waterworks

[waw-ter-wurks, wot-er-] / ˈwɔ tərˌwɜrks, ˈwɒt ər- /


NOUN
water supply
Synonyms
STRONGEST


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The regional waterworks set up four water carts around the village.

From Barron's Jun. 30, 2026

The efficacy of Deen’s waterworks will depend on how much the viewer is willing to buy.

From Salon Sep. 7, 2025

With tourism accounting for more than 90% of the island’s economy, local authorities are seeking government approval to expand the airport, ferry transportation, waterworks, electricity network and roads.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 4, 2024

That the government is always caught unawares shows a depressing underinvestment in the waterworks of its cities and its rural areas.

From BBC Oct. 31, 2023

“Do we really need the waterworks right now?”

From "Far from the Tree" by Robin Benway




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