Definition

A channel or ditch used for transporting water, especially for irrigation purposes, commonly found in the Southwestern United States.

Example

The farmers relied on the acequia to water their crops during the dry season.

Conversation

Have you ever seen an acequia in action?

Yeah, I saw one while hiking last summer; it's fascinating how they work.

Right? It’s amazing how they can carry water to so many crops.

Absolutely, they really show the ingenuity of traditional irrigation methods.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Acequia comes from the Arabic word "ساقية" (saqiya), meaning a small canal or irrigation ditch. It was adopted into Spanish as "acequia," referring to a water channel used for irrigation in agricultural practices.

Memory Tip

Imagine a small canal ('saqiya') that helps bring water to crops — that's what an acequia does.

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