water Synonyms
water Meaning
water (n)
binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent
the part of the earth's surface covered with water (such as a river or lake or ocean)
once thought to be one of four elements composing the universe (Empedocles)
a facility that provides a source of water
liquid excretory product
a liquid necessary for the life of most animals and plants
water (v)
supply with water, as with channels or ditches or streams
provide with water
secrete or form water, as tears or saliva
fill with tears
water (n.)
The fluid which descends from the clouds in rain, and which forms rivers, lakes, seas, etc.
A body of water, standing or flowing; a lake, river, or other collection of water.
Any liquid secretion, humor, or the like, resembling water; esp., the urine.
A solution in water of a gaseous or readily volatile substance; as, ammonia water.
The limpidity and luster of a precious stone, especially a diamond; as, a diamond of the first water, that is, perfectly pure and transparent. Hence, of the first water, that is, of the first excellence.
A wavy, lustrous pattern or decoration such as is imparted to linen, silk, metals, etc. See Water, v. t., 3, Damask, v. t., and Damaskeen.
To add water to (anything), thereby extending the quantity or bulk while reducing the strength or quality; to extend; to dilute; to weaken.
water (v. t.)
An addition to the shares representing the capital of a stock company so that the aggregate par value of the shares is increased while their value for investment is diminished, or diluted.
To wet or supply with water; to moisten; to overflow with water; to irrigate; as, to water land; to water flowers.
To supply with water for drink; to cause or allow to drink; as, to water cattle and horses.
To wet and calender, as cloth, so as to impart to it a lustrous appearance in wavy lines; to diversify with wavelike lines; as, to water silk. Cf. Water, n., 6.
water (v. i.)
To shed, secrete, or fill with, water or liquid matter; as, his eyes began to water.
To get or take in water; as, the ship put into port to water.
water Sentence Examples
- The clear, refreshing water cascaded down the waterfall, creating a mesmerizing spectacle.
- The thirsty hikers filled their canteens with the cold, pure water found by the stream.
- The boat gracefully sailed through the calm water of the lake, leaving behind a tranquil wake.
- The children splashed happily in the warm water of the pool, enjoying their summer break.
- The water gushed from the broken pipe, causing a small flood in the kitchen.
- The scientist poured the distilled water into the test tube, preparing for his experiment.
- The water vapor rising from the hot springs created a mystical atmosphere in the surrounding forest.
- The sea water shimmered like diamonds under the bright sunlight, beckoning people to take a swim.
- The firefighters used high-pressure water to extinguish the raging flames, saving the lives of countless individuals.
- The water rights in the region were a contentious issue, sparking debates and legal battles.
FAQs About the word water
binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100
wet, wash, drown, flood, dowse, waterlog, submerge, sodden, sprinkle, damp
scorch,dry, dehydrate, dry, evaporate, scorch, dehydrate, evaporate, dewater, sear
The clear, refreshing water cascaded down the waterfall, creating a mesmerizing spectacle.
The thirsty hikers filled their canteens with the cold, pure water found by the stream.
The boat gracefully sailed through the calm water of the lake, leaving behind a tranquil wake.
The children splashed happily in the warm water of the pool, enjoying their summer break.
