Atabay

well; water wellnoun

Alternative meanings

A hole, excavation, or structure made in the ground to obtain groundwater. It can also refer to the place where a community draws water.

Pronunciation

ah-TAH-bai

Root and affixes

Common word for water well. Related to water, extraction, and supply places.

Variants or conjugations

atabay; tabay; well; water source

Related words and expressions

water; extract/take out; ground; bucket; river

Meaning and usage notes

Atabay is used for a water well. If referring to an oil well or technical well, specify the type of well in the sentence.