noun

aqueduct

aqueduct

The Romans built impressive aqueducts.

The Romans built impressive aqueducts.

((noun)) a structure for carrying water The Romans built impressive aqueducts.

Synonyms: channel, conduit, watercourse

From Latin 'aqua' (water) + 'ducere' (to lead). It literally means 'that which leads water'.

Break it down into 'aqua' (water) + 'duct' (a channel or pipe). A duct for water.

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