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Waterworks

Scope note

Use for the system of buildings, hydraulic structures, machinery, and other equipment by which a water supply is obtained, conveyed, and distributed to consumers in cities, towns, or neighborhoods.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

30006215

Broader Terms used

<systems by function>

Term used for

water works
works, water

Created

13yrs ago

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