tube well
A 'tube well' is a type of water well that uses a long, narrow tube to access underground water, commonly used in rural and agricultural areas.
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Definition
B2Water Supply
(technical)A water well constructed by drilling a hole into the earth and inserting a pipe to extract water from an underground source.
Example
- The village relies on a tube well for its daily water needs.
- Farmers use tube wells to irrigate their fields.
B2Agriculture
(regional)A well with a long tube used to draw water from an aquifer, often powered by a pump.
Example
- The tube well ensures a steady water supply for the crops.
- In many rural areas, tube wells are essential for irrigation.
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