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qanat

/kɑːˈnɑːt/ noun · British & US
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What does qanat mean?

noun

A traditional Persian system of underground tunnels and canals used for irrigation, typically built in a slope to allow gravity to supply water to fields and villages.

Example

"The ancient qanat system in Iran was a marvel of engineering, providing water to communities for centuries."

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