water parting

noun

Word History

First Known Use

1837, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of water parting was in 1837

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Cite this Entry

“Water parting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/water%20parting. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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