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aquifer
[/ˈækwɪfər/]
noun
masculine
pl: aquifers
aquífero
1.
A layer of rock or soil that holds and transmits groundwater
The Ogallala Aquifer is one of the largest underground water reserves in the United States.
O Aquífero Guarani é uma das maiores reservas de água doce subterrânea do mundo.
2.
A geological formation that contains water-bearing rock or sediment
Farmers rely on aquifers for irrigation water during dry seasons.
Os agricultores dependem dos aquíferos para a água de irrigação durante as estações secas.
Synonyms
groundwater reservoir
water-bearing layer
underground water table
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
aquífero
Standard term used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
aquífero
Common in reference to Guarani Aquifer discussions
Portugal
aquífero
Standard term, often used in geological contexts
Related Idioms & Phrases
tap into an aquifer
aquifer depletion
aquifer contamination
sustainable aquifer management
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