manhole

man·hole

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Definitions of manhole word

noun manhole a hole, usually with a cover, through which a person may enter a sewer, drain, steam boiler, etc., especially one located in a city street. 1
noun manhole A small covered opening in a floor, pavement, or other surface to allow a person to enter, especially an opening in a city street leading to a sewer. 1
noun manhole hole giving access underground 1
countable noun manhole A manhole is a large hole in a road or path, covered by a metal plate that can be removed. Workers climb down through manholes when they want to examine or clean the drains. 0
noun manhole a shaft with a removable cover that leads down to a sewer or drain 0
noun manhole a hole, usually with a detachable cover, through which a man can enter a boiler, tank, etc 0

before 1785

One of the 44% newest English words

First recorded in 1785-95; man1 + hole

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 80% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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