water
/ˈwɔ.tɚ/ noun A1- An inorganic compound (of molecular formula H₂O) found at room temperature and pressure as a clear liquid; it is present naturally as rain, and found in rivers, lakes and seas; its solid form is ice and its gaseous form is steam. · By the action of electricity, the water was resolved into its two parts, oxygen and hydrogen.
- The liquid form of this substance: liquid H₂O. · May I have a glass of water?· Your plants need more water.
- A serving of liquid water.
- The aforementioned liquid, considered one of the Classical elements or basic elements of alchemy.
- Water in a body; an area of open water. · The boat was found within the territorial waters.· These seals are a common sight in the coastal waters of Chile.
- Mineral water. · Perrier is the most popular water in this restaurant.
- Spa water; hot springs. · Many people visit Bath to take the waters.
- A solution in water of a gaseous or readily volatile substance. · ammonia water
Plural waters
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“You can draw water out of a water-well,” said the Hatter; “so I should think you could draw treacle out of a treacle-well—eh, stupid?”
Alice had no idea what to do, and in despair she put her hand in her pocket, and pulled out a box of comfits, (luckily the salt water had not got into it), and handed them round as prizes.
The Mouse gave a sudden leap out of the water, and seemed to quiver all over with fright.
And water in the nursery pails;
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