headgate

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An upstream gate to an aqueduct, canal, river channel, or irrigation system that can be opened or closed to regulate the flow of water entering a downstream portion of the system.
  2. A moveable framework designed to hold still the heads of cattle for various procedures.

Word forms

headgate headgates head gate

Etymology

From head + gate.

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