CEFR C1

hydropillar

noun

Meaning

A large, upright structure, typically cylindrical, used for storing or distributing water, especially in industrial, agricultural, or municipal systems.

Examples

The old hydropillar on the farm was a familiar landmark.
Engineers are designing a new hydropillar to increase the city's water storage capacity.

Synonyms: water tower, water tank, cistern

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hydropillar (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: ˈhaɪdrəʊˌpɪlə

Definition

A large, upright structure, typically cylindrical, used for storing or distributing water, especially in industrial, agricultural, or municipal systems.

Examples

The old hydropillar on the farm was a familiar landmark.
Engineers are designing a new hydropillar to increase the city's water storage capacity.
Farmers rely on the hydropillar to irrigate their crops during dry seasons.

How to Use hydropillar

hydropillar for (prepositional phrase): To indicate the purpose or function of the hydropillar. — "This hydropillar is for emergency water supply."
hydropillar of (prepositional phrase): To indicate possession or belonging, or a part of a larger system. — "The hydropillar of the old waterworks was a historical monument."

Synonyms of hydropillar

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