water wagon

noun

1. a wagon used to transport water, as in military field operations or on a construction site.

Word History and Origins

Origin of water wagon¹

First recorded in 1805–15

Idioms and Phrases

Idioms

1. on the water wagon. wagon.

Example Sentences

While the jury’s still out on the effectiveness of long periods of abstention from alcohol such as Febfast and Ocsober, there’s merit to giving yourself a few nights per week on the water wagon.

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A water wagon was brought to the parking lot next to Kapiolani Manor.

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A water wagon has been brought to the parking lot next to Kapiolani Manor.

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A spokeswoman for Aqua Pennsylvania says a water wagon has been dispatched to provide water for affected customers.

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She spotted a water wagon parked ahead, track workers perched up on top of it, and ran toward it.

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