running water

noun

UK/ˌrʌn.ɪŋ ˈwɔː.təʳ/
US/ˌrʌn.ɪŋ ˈwɑː.t̬ɚ/

Definitions of running water noun

  1. C1Uncountable(不可数名词)

    water that is supplied to a building through a system of pipes

    自来水

    • This remote cabin does not have running water.

      这间偏远小屋没有自来水。

    • Access to running water remains a challenge in many developing countries.

      在许多发展中国家,取得自来水仍然是一个挑战。

    • They need to repair the pipes to ensure a stable supply of running water.

      他们需要修理水管以确保自来水的稳定供应。