sakiyeh (Meaning)
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sakiyeh (n.)
A kind of water wheel used in Egypt for raising water, from wells or pits, in buckets attached to its periphery or to an endless rope.
Synonyms & Antonyms of sakiyeh
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sakiyeh Sentence Examples
- The sakiyeh creaked and groaned as it lifted water from the Nile River.
- The ancient sakiyeh was still in use, providing irrigation for a small village.
- The sakiyeh's bucket rotated slowly, emptying its contents into a shallow pool.
- The farmers relied heavily on the sakiyeh for their crops, as it ensured a steady supply of water.
- The sakiyeh was a testament to the ingenuity of ancient Egyptians, who harnessed the power of animals to solve agricultural problems.
- The children loved to play near the sakiyeh, watching the water flow and splashing in the pool.
- The sakiyeh became a symbol of the village, its silhouette against the sunset an iconic landmark.
- The sound of the sakiyeh's creaking became a familiar and comforting sound to the villagers.
- The sakiyeh remained a vital part of the village's economy and culture for centuries.
- The sakiyeh was finally replaced by a modern irrigation system, but its legacy lived on as a reminder of the past.
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A kind of water wheel used in Egypt for raising water, from wells or pits, in buckets attached to its periphery or to an endless rope.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The sakiyeh creaked and groaned as it lifted water from the Nile River.
The ancient sakiyeh was still in use, providing irrigation for a small village.
The sakiyeh's bucket rotated slowly, emptying its contents into a shallow pool.
The farmers relied heavily on the sakiyeh for their crops, as it ensured a steady supply of water.
