Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

shaduf

noun

/ʃaˈduːf/

Definition

A shaduf is a hand-operated device for lifting water, commonly used in irrigation.

Examples

The farmers used a shaduf to irrigate the fields during the dry season.
In ancient Egypt, the shaduf was a crucial tool for transporting water from the Nile.

Meaning

The shaduf consists of a long pole mounted on a pivot, with a bucket or pail attached to one end and a counterweight on the other, enabling the user to raise and lower the bucket to access water.