Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

keir

noun

/kɪər/

Definition

A type of circular man-made pond or an artificial water depression, often used for aquaculture or irrigation.

Examples

The farmer built a keir to grow fish and provide irrigation for his crops.
During our visit to the wetlands, we saw a beautiful keir filled with lily pads and fish.

Meaning

Keir can refer to a specific method of maintaining fish or water plants within a controlled environment. It may also refer more broadly to bodies of water that are crafted for agricultural purposes.