Definition

A type of well that uses a tube to draw water from underground sources.

Example

The farmers relied on the tubewell for irrigation during the dry season.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new tubewell they installed in the park?

Yeah, I saw it last weekend! It looks really useful.

I think it's great for keeping the plants hydrated.

Definitely! It will help with the garden's upkeep.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tubewell → The word is formed from "tube" (from Latin *tubus*, meaning a cylindrical pipe) and "well" (from Old English *wella*, meaning a spring or source of water). A tubewell refers to a well that uses a tube to access groundwater.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'tube' as a cylindrical pipe that helps you reach a 'well' or source of water — that's why a tubewell is a well accessed through a tube.

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