noun

aqueduct

aqueduct

The Romans built impressive aqueducts.

The Romans built impressive aqueducts.

An aqueduct carries water to the city.

An aqueduct carries water to the city.

((an aqueduct)) 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'.

Think of a 'duct' for 'aqua' (water). Picture the famous Roman structures.

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