English

Noun

abreuvoir ‎(plural abreuvoirs)

1. (obsolete, Masonry) The joint or interstice between stones, to be filled with mortar.

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2. (of humans) A cold water drinking fountain typically found in a public location; also, a fountain or water source for animals (birds, horses etc).

French

Etymology

abreuver +‎ -oir

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /a.brœ.vwar/

Noun

abreuvoir m ‎(plural abreuvoirs)

1. a watering hole or place for animals
2. (Canada, proscribed) a drinking fountain

Synonyms

• (drinking fountain): fontaine (mostly Europe)

Derived terms

• abreuvoir à mouches
• borne-abreuvoir