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draying

/dreiɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does draying mean?

verb

The act of drawing water from a well or other source, especially using a bucket or rope. A draying engine is a type of steam engine used for pumping water.

Example

"The villagers relied on draying to supply their homes with water during the dry season."

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