running water

noun

: water distributed through pipes and fixtures
a cabin with hot and cold running water

Examples of running water in a Sentence

a cabin with hot and cold running water
Recent Examples on the Web That also means there will be no running water or indoor spaces with air conditioning available to attendees. Natalie Wallington, Kansas City Star, 4 July 2024 The pre-existing structure along the North Country National Scenic Trail is a lakefront property, but has no running water, electricity or heat. Kylie Martin, Detroit Free Press, 3 July 2024 Separate the leaves, then rinse them under running water to remove any dirt or debris. Smaller, tender greens: Fill a bowl two-thirds of the way to the top with water, then use clean hands to swirl the leaves around the bowl. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2024 Shell Island is only accessible by boat and lacks restrooms, running water, picnic pavilions, and even trash cans. Carrie Honaker, Travel + Leisure, 11 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for running water 

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Word History

First Known Use

1856, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of running water was in 1856

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“Running water.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/running%20water. Accessed 5 Oct. 2024.

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