aquifer
nounmasculinetécnico/ɐˈkifɨɾu/técnico
a·quí·fe·ro
Definition
A geological formation, usually of porous rock or sediments, that contains water and allows its circulation.
The Great Sahara Aquifer is one of the largest water reserves in the world.
Pollution can irreversibly contaminate an aquifer.
Common collocations
underground aquiferwater table aquiferaquifer rechargeaquifer level
Etymology
Do latim aquifer, de aqua ('água') + ferre ('levar, carregar').