Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

artesian well

noun

/ɑːrˈtiːʒən wɛl/

Definition

A well in which water rises under natural pressure without the need for pumping.

Examples

The town relies on an artesian well for its drinking water.
They drilled an artesian well to access fresh water for irrigation.
Experimenting with artesian wells can lead to more efficient water usage in agriculture.

Meaning

An artesian well taps into a natural underground water source, allowing water to flow to the surface due to the pressure of the surrounding rock and sediment layers.