waterwheel


wa·ter·wheel

noun \-ˌhwēl, -ˌwēl\

Definition of WATERWHEEL

1
: a wheel made to rotate by direct action of water
2
: a wheel for raising water

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First Known Use of WATERWHEEL

15th century

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