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Waterworks

Verb / ˈwɔ:tɜ:ˌwɜ:ks / Another word for waterworks — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Waterworks are structures or systems used to provide water to people's homes, businesses, and other buildings.

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Example sentences

  1. The waterworks in our city provide clean water for drinking and washing.
  2. The workers at the waterworks are responsible for maintaining the pipes and machinery.
  3. The waterworks was shut down for repairs.
  4. The waterworks is an essential part of our community's infrastructure.
  5. The waterworks uses filters to remove impurities from the water.

Quotes

  • 'I think that I shall never see a poem lovely as a tree.' - Joyce Kilmer, 'I think that I shall never see a poem as lovely as a waterworks system.' - Unknown
  • 'Water, water everywhere, nor any drop to drink.' - Samuel Taylor Coleridge
  • 'The cure for anything is salt water: sweat, tears, or the sea.' - Isak Dinesen

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