Meaning: A strap that holds a watch on the wrist.

Part of speech: noun

Example: He bought a new watchband for his smartwatch.

Category: Fashion

Synonyms:

• watch strap
• band

Meaning: A person who observes something or someone.

Part of speech: noun

Example: She is a wildlife watcher who enjoys birdwatching.

Category: Leisure

Synonyms:

• observer
• spectator

Meaning: Alert and attentive; keeping a close eye on something.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: The watchful parent kept an eye on the children.

Category: Psychology

Synonyms:

• vigilant
• observant

Antonyms:

• careless
• inattentive

Meaning: A mattress filled with water for comfort.

Part of speech: noun

Example: He sleeps on a water bed for better support.

Category: Furniture

Synonyms: water mattress

Meaning: A bird that lives near or on water.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The water bird was seen swimming in the lake.

Category: Nature › Birds

Synonyms: aquatic bird

Meaning: A large domesticated animal used for farming and milk production.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The farmer raised water buffalo for their milk.

Category: Agriculture

Synonyms: buffalo

Meaning: An element in landscaping that involves water, such as a fountain or pond.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The garden had a lovely water feature.

Category: Miscellaneous › Gardening

Synonyms:

• fountain
• pond

Meaning: Birds that are commonly found in or around water, such as ducks and geese.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The water fowl gathered near the lake.

Category: Nature › Birds

Synonyms: aquatic birds

Meaning: The part of a city or town that is next to a body of water.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The waterfront area is popular for dining and shopping.

Category: Geography

Synonyms:

• shoreline
• bank

Meaning: A natural or artificial pond where animals go to drink.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The elephants gathered at the water hole.

Category: Nature

Synonyms:

• watering place
• pond

Meaning: A jump into water, often seen in sports or recreation.

Part of speech: noun

Example: He performed a perfect water jump off the diving board.

Category: Sports › Diving

Synonyms: water leap

Meaning: The height of water in a container or body of water.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The water level in the lake has risen after the rain.

Category: Science › Hydrology

Synonyms: water height

Meaning: A line indicating the level of water in a tank or body of water.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The water line showed that the tank was almost full.

Category: Engineering › Plumbing

Synonyms: water mark

Meaning: Saturated with water; unable to absorb more water.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: The fields were water logged after the heavy rain.

Category: Nature › Weather

Synonyms: saturated

Antonyms: dry

Meaning: A principal pipe that carries water to a distribution system.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The city repaired the broken water main to restore service.

Category: Engineering › Plumbing

Synonyms: water pipe

Meaning: A mark indicating the level of water on a surface.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The water mark on the wall showed how high the flood reached.

Category: Science › Hydrology

Synonyms: water line

Meaning: A meadow that is regularly flooded with water.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The water meadow was lush and green due to the flooding.

Category: Nature › Ecosystems

Synonyms: flood meadow

Meaning: A type of mill that uses water as a power source.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The water mil was used to grind grain in the past.

Category: Technology › Energy

Synonyms: water mill

Meaning: A venomous snake found in the southeastern United States.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The water moccasin is often found near swamps and rivers.

Category: Nature › Reptiles

Synonyms: cottonmouth

Meaning: A team water sport played in a pool.

Part of speech: noun

Example: They practiced water polo every Saturday.

Category: Sports › Team Sports

Synonyms: water sport

Meaning: Energy derived from the movement of water.

Part of speech: noun

Example: Water power is used to generate electricity in hydroelectric plants.

Category: Energy › Renewable Energy

Synonyms: hydropower

Meaning: A type of rodent that lives near water.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The water rat is often seen swimming in the river.

Category: Nature › Mammals

Synonyms: nutria

Meaning: An area of land that drains into a particular water body.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The water shed is important for managing water resources.

Category: Geography

Synonyms: drainage basin

Meaning: To glide on water while being pulled by a boat on skis.

Part of speech: verb

Example: They love to water ski during the summer.

Category: Sports › Water Sports

Synonyms: ski on water

Meaning: A device that removes minerals from hard water.

Part of speech: noun

Example: We installed a water softener to improve our water quality.

Category: Miscellaneous › Home Improvement

Synonyms: water conditioner

Meaning: A structure that directs water from a source, often seen in fountains.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The water spout in the garden added beauty to the landscape.

Category: Architecture › Fountains

Synonyms: fountain spout

Meaning: An insect that can walk on the surface of water.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The water strider glided effortlessly across the pond.

Category: Nature › Insects

Synonyms: water skater

Meaning: The level below which the ground is saturated with water.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The water table has dropped due to the drought.

Category: Geography › Hydrology

Synonyms: groundwater level

Meaning: Completely sealed; not allowing water to enter.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: The container is water tight, so it can be submerged.

Category: Engineering

Synonyms: watertight

Meaning: A tall structure used to store water and provide pressure.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The water tower is visible from miles away.

Category: Infrastructure

Synonyms: water tank

Meaning: A small rodent that lives near water, similar to a rat.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The water vole is often found in wetlands.

Category: Nature › Mammals

Synonyms: Arvicola

Meaning: A route for water, such as a river or canal.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The water way was used for transporting goods.

Category: Transportation

Synonyms: water route

Meaning: A wheel that is turned by the flow of water, often used for power.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The water wheel powered the old mill.

Category: Technology › Energy

Synonyms: water turbine

Meaning: Facilities for supplying water to a community.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The city’s water works ensures everyone has clean water.

Category: Infrastructure

Synonyms: water supply system

Meaning: A type of paint made with pigments suspended in water.

Part of speech: noun

Example: She loves to paint with water-colour.

Category: Arts › Painting

Synonyms: watercolor paint

Meaning: A device that dispenses chilled water, often found in offices.

Part of speech: noun

Example: Everyone gathered around the water-cooler to chat.

Category: Office

Synonyms: water dispenser

Meaning: A leafy green plant often used in salads.

Part of speech: noun

Example: She added watercress to the salad for flavor.

Category: Food › Vegetables

Synonyms: salad green

Meaning: The amount of power in watts that an electrical device uses.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The wattage of the microwave is 800 watts.

Category: Science › Physics

Synonyms: power consumption

Meaning: A framework of interwoven sticks or branches used in building.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The house was made of wattle and daub.

Category: Architecture

Synonyms: framework

Meaning: The distance between successive peaks of a wave.

Part of speech: noun

Example: Different colors of light have different wave lengths.

Category: Science › Physics

Synonyms: wavelengths