waterwheel

American  

[waw-ter-hweel, -weel, wot-er-] / ˈwɔ tərˌʰwil, -ˌwil, ˈwɒt ər- /

Or water wheel

noun

1. a wheel or turbine turned by the weight or momentum of water and used to operate machinery.

2. a wheel with buckets for raising or drawing water, as a noria.

3. the paddle wheel of a steamboat.

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Etymology

Origin of waterwheel

late Middle English word dating back to 1375–1425; water, wheel

Example Sentences

Numerous touches, such as a large waterwheel, which provides a jolt of movement and energy to Adventureland pathways, nod to the original story, which was inspired by the 1960 Disney film “Swiss Family Robinson.”

From Los Angeles Times

But Disney took molds from the original waterwheel to create the new one, wanting the Adventureland Treehouse to truly hark back to the park’s past.

From Los Angeles Times

There is a saltwater infinity pool, a hot tub and a koi pond with a waterwheel.

From Washington Post

A waterwheel geared to a grindstone so the baker can grind flour for his bread.

From The Verge

Pathways feature mature trees, native perennials, colorful annuals in situ, and a pond, rain garden, rockery and a waterwheel.

From Seattle Times