What is waterless? How to use in English

Definition & pronunciation of waterless

waterlessadjective

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/ˈwɔːtələs//ˈwɔːtərləs/

Where does the word waterless come from?

"Waterless" is a compound word formed by combining the words "water" and "less." "Water" comes from Old English "wæter," ultimately from Proto-Germanic "*watar." This word has been around for centuries, representing the essential liquid substance. "Less" is derived from Old English "læs," meaning "smaller" or "fewer." When combined, "waterless" describes something that lacks or is devoid of water.

Vocabulary summary waterless

typeadjective

meaningno water; dry, drought

Example of vocabulary waterlessnamespace

  • In the middle of the desert, they encountered a waterless expanse that seemed to go on forever.
  • The hot and dry climate made water a scarce commodity, leading to waterless mines and settlements in the area.
  • The hiker realized too late that she was running out of water and soon found herself trapped in a waterless wilderness.
  • The car's radiator overheated, and the driver pulled over to check the water level, only to find that the coolant had run out, leaving the engine waterless and useless.
  • The survivalist's plan was simple: find a waterless area, set up camp, and conserve as much water as possible until the drought was over.

Synonyms and related words for waterless

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