artesian well

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Noun artesian well has 1 sense

artesian well - a well drilled through impermeable strata into strata that receive water from a higher altitude so there is pressure to force the water to flow upward
--₁ is a kind of well

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Artesian Well

Description:

An artesian well is a type of well that taps into an underground water source trapped between impermeable layers of rock or clay. Due to the pressure created by the geological formations, the water naturally rises to the surface without the need for a pump.

Senses:

Noun: Refers to a well that derives its water supply from an artesian aquifer.
Adjective: Describes something related to or resembling an artesian well.

Usage:

Sense 1 - Noun:

The artesian well in the backyard supplies the house with clean, fresh water throughout the year.

The small village relied on the artesian wells for their water needs.

Sense 2 - Adjective:

The artesian well technique is known for its ability to naturally extract water without the need for external energy sources.

She marveled at the artesian well-like flow of the fountain in the park.

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