headgate

Noun

Meaning

A primary gate or valve at an aqueduct or other source that can be opened or closed to regulate the flow of water entering an irrigation system (of lesser gated canals and irrigation ditches).

A moveable framework designed to hold still the heads of cattle for various procedures.

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Examples

Contrasting the new valve with the old one, Hagge observes that opening the old headgate was a major undertaking. Source: Internet

Construction of a new headgate system on the dam at Big Sage Reservoir, begun early in October, is moving quickly toward projected completion at the end of this month. Source: Internet

The company sold the rights of Headgate Studios back to the original owner. citation With the exception of the warehouse and distribution department, the entire studio was shut down. Source: Internet

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