Aqueduct

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ˈæk.wəˌdÊŒkt/

Alternative forms

• aquæduct archaic

Origin

Adapted from the Latin aquaeductus ("conveyance of water"), from aqua ("water") + dūcō ("I lead”, “I bring"); compare the French aqueduc.

Full definition of aqueduct

Noun

1. An artificial channel that is constructed to convey water from one location to another.
2. A structure carrying water over a river or depression, especially in regards to ancient aqueducts.