noria

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Noun noria has 1 sense

noria - a water wheel with buckets attached to the rim; used to raise water for transfer to an irrigation channel
--₁ is a kind of waterwheel, water wheel

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Noria

A noria is a traditional water wheel used for irrigation purposes. It consists of a large wooden wheel with buckets attached to its circumference that are used to scoop up water from a river or well, which is then carried to higher elevations for irrigation.

Sense 1: Noun - A water wheel used for irrigation

Example sentence: The noria was essential for the agriculture of the ancient civilization.

Sense 2: Noun - A Ferris wheel-like amusement ride

Example sentence: The children excitedly lined up to ride the noria at the local fair.

Sense 3: Noun - A small village near the coast

Example sentence: We decided to spend our vacation in the charming town of Noria, enjoying the beautiful seaside views.