headgate en · NOUN
Etymology
From head + gate.
Meanings
- 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.
- A moveable framework designed to hold still the heads of cattle for various procedures.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| head gate | alternative | lexicographic | |
| headgates | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Antonyms
Hypernyms
water gate · sluice gate · watergate · gate