Synonyms of shadoof
5 similar words
Another word for shadoof is counterpoise-lift. Other synonyms of shadoof are dhenkli and picota.
Synonyms and similar words for shadoof
nounA device used since ancient times in the Middle East to raise water from a well or other low point...
- counterpoise-liftSynonym of shadoof.
- dhenkliSynonym of shadoof.
- picotaA machine for raising water consisting of a long lever or yard, pivotted on an upright post, weighted on the short arm...
- swapeA kind of mechanical scoop for water.
- sweep
Meaning of shadoof
- noun A device used since ancient times in the Middle East to raise water from a well or other low point, consisting of a pivoted rod with a bucket on one end and a counterweight on the other.
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Questions about synonyms of shadoof
- What is another word for shadoof?
- Shadoof has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as counterpoise-lift, dhenkli and picota.
- What does shadoof mean?
- Shadoof means a device used since ancient times in the Middle East to raise water from a well or other low point, consisting of a pivoted rod with a bucket on one end and a counterweight on the other.
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