water privilege

Meanings

nounwater privilege (countable and uncountable, plural water privileges)

countableuncountablelawA legal or property right to access to abundant, affordable and clean water.
Synonyms: water right
countablehistoricaluncountablelawThe right to use water, especially as a source of mechanical power (such as for mills, forges, or other industrial purposes).
countableobsoleteuncountableA stream or body of water that is capable of being used to drive or power machinery.

nounA legal or property right to access to abundant, affordable and clean water.

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