Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
water-cooler
Noun
/ˈwɔːtər ˈkuːlər/
Definition
A water cooler is a device that dispenses bottled water, typically used in offices or public places to provide drinking water.
Examples
- Employees often gather around the water cooler for a quick chat during breaks.
- He got the latest office gossip while filling his cup at the water-cooler.
Meaning
The term ‘water-cooler’ can also refer to informal conversations that happen around the water cooler in a workplace setting, often used to discuss light topics or gossip.
Synonyms
- drinking fountain
- water dispenser
