furphy
- noun
- Archaic
- The museum displayed a restored furphy that was once used to supply water to soldiers.
Examples
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During the drought, the farmer relied on an old furphy to bring water to his cattle.
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The soldiers filled their canteens from the furphy.
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A rusty furphy stood in the paddock, reminding locals of the area's history.
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The furphy was essential.
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The soldiers filled their canteens from the furphy during the hot summer days.
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During the drought, the farmer relied on an old furphy to bring water to his cattle.
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The museum displayed a restored furphy that was once used to supply water to soldiers.
Synonyms
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5.1
A vehicle that carries water for people or to wet dusty roads
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3.2
A big vehicle with a tank that carries and sprays water
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4.3
A cart with a tank that carries and gives out water
A vehicle like a truck that carries water to give to people or to spray on roads
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Etymology
Furphy began as the name of a metal water cart made in Australia by a maker called Furphy; these carts carried water for soldiers and animals. That's why a furphy can mean a 'water cart'.