abreuvoir

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English [edit]

Etymology [edit]

French, a watering place

Noun [edit]

abreuvoir (plural abreuvoirs)

  1. (obsolete, Masonry) The joint or interstice between stones, to be filled with mortar. - Gwilt
  2. (of humans) Cold water drinking fountain typically found in public locations; also, fountain or water source for animals (birds, horses etc.)

French [edit]

Pronunciation [edit]

Noun [edit]

abreuvoir m (plural abreuvoirs)

  1. A watering hole or place for animals.
  2. (Canada, proscribed) A drinking fountain.

Synonyms [edit]

  • (drinking fountain): fontaine (mostly Europe)

Derived terms [edit]