Noun
A name given to the first power spinning machine, because driven by water power.
Source: Webster's dictionaryThe subsequent invention of the spinning jenny water frame redressed the balance but required water power to operate the machinery, and the industry relocated to West Yorkshire where this was available. Source: Internet
The water frame was able to produce a hard, medium count thread suitable for warp, finally allowing 100% cotton cloth to be made in Britain. Source: Internet