tailrace

English

noun
Definitions
  • (archaic) The part of a millrace that carries water away from a water wheel.
  • The part of a hydropower facility that carries water away from a turbine.

Etymology

Compound from English tail + English race (fruits, having a characteristic taste, etc).

Origin

English

race

Gloss

fruits, having a characteristic taste, etc

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