Synonyms of penstock

Noun


1. sluicegate, sluice valve, floodgate, penstock, head gate, water gate, regulator

usage: regulator consisting of a valve or gate that controls the rate of water flow through a sluice

2. sluice, sluiceway, penstock, conduit

usage: conduit that carries a rapid flow of water controlled by a sluicegate

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Definition and meaning of penstock (Dictionary)