emissarium

/ɛˈmɪsɑːriəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A canal or tunnel that allows water to flow from a lower level to a higher level, especially in ancient Roman water supply systems.

“The engineers studied the design of the ancient Roman emissarium, marveling at its ingenuity.”

Synonyms

  • aqueduct
  • canal

Antonyms

  • culvert
  • drain