WHEEL PIT
The rectangular pit in which the lower part of a waterwheel revolves.
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Related Terms
| Term | Note |
|---|---|
| WATER WHEEL | A device for tapping the energy of running or falling water by means of a set of paddles mounted around a wheel. Used as a source of power in watermills and water powered factories. |
| WATER WHEEL HOUSE | A building to house waterwheels, attached to a WATERMILL or water-powered factory. |
