Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pump-water
verb
/pʌmp ˈwɔːtər/
Definition
The process of moving or transferring water using a mechanical device called a pump.
Examples
- He used a pump to pump water from the well into the tank.
- During the dry season, farmers often need to pump water to irrigate their fields.
- The firefighters worked hard to pump water onto the flames.
Meaning
To pump water refers to the action of forcing water from one place to another using a pump, which can be powered by electricity, a motor, or manually operated.
Synonyms
- lift water
- extract water
- draw water
