water meter

noun

: an instrument for recording the quantity of water passing through a particular outlet

Examples of water meter in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Some direct costs could fall to property owners, such as replacing the lines connecting their water meters to their homes. Kff Health News, The Mercury News, 18 July 2024 Weekly watering schedules might need to be updated as well, so keep a water meter on hand to keep plants perky. Kristin Guy, Sunset Magazine, 10 July 2024 If your water meter is in the basement, ensure the area is heated and check for broken windows. Sarah Bowman, The Indianapolis Star, 12 June 2024 Make sure the lid on your water meter pit is tightly secured. Sarah Bowman, The Indianapolis Star, 12 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for water meter 

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Word History

First Known Use

1823, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of water meter was in 1823

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“Water meter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/water%20meter. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.

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