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waterfinder

/ˈwɔː.tərˌfaɪn.dər/

翻译: 名词,指一种分叉的树枝或类似装置,据信能通过向下倾斜来指示地下水源或石油的存在。

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noun

/ˈwɔː.tərˌfaɪn.dər/C1formal
  • zh名词,指一种分叉的树枝或类似装置,据信能通过向下倾斜来指示地下水源或石油的存在。

A noun referring to a forked stick or similar device believed to indicate the presence of underground water or oil by dipping downward.

  1. Divining rodC1formal

    A forked stick or rod, traditionally used in dowsing, that is said to dip or point downward to indicate the presence of underground water, oil, or other minerals.

    zh探水棒

    • The old man walked across the field holding a waterfinder, hoping to locate a new well.
    • Some people still use a waterfinder to search for underground springs.
    • The waterfinder suddenly dipped, suggesting water was nearby.

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