water supply

noun

: a source, means, or process of supplying water (as for a community) usually including reservoirs, tunnels, and pipelines

Examples of water supply in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Lowell claimed that, a few weeks or so after setting sail, a storm destroyed her water supply. —Michael Waters, New Yorker, 3 Jan. 2026

Crews encountered a frozen hydrant, the release said, but were able to establish an alternate water supply and extinguish the fire. —Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2026

This potential $20 billion marks the largest investment in water supply in Texas history, and comes as the state’s booming economy sees a massive influx in new businesses and residents. —Lana Ferguson, Dallas Morning News, 1 Jan. 2026

Protecting Austin's drinking water supply Austin Water currently provides water and wastewater service to about 10 commercial customers that might be described as data centers. —Chaya Tong, Austin American Statesman, 1 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1805, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for water supply

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• diversify
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• identify
• indemnify