water meter

noun

Definition of water meter

: an instrument for recording the quantity of water passing through a particular outlet

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Those who want to conserve water can get tips and information about rebates, how to read their water meter and detect leaks by going to sandiego.gov/public-utilities or call 619-515-3500 for other billing questions and concerns. Elizabeth Marie Himchak, Pomerado News, "City’s water rates go up on Sunday," 30 Aug. 2019 That fee ranges from $30 a quarter for the smallest water meter to $1,000 for the largest meter, according to the ordinance. David Anderson, baltimoresun.com, "Havre de Grace council will host public hearing on fiscal 2020 budget ordinance Monday," 5 June 2019 For example, Denver Water had not even installed water meters for its customers. Dp Opinion, The Denver Post, "Letters: Remembering Two Forks veto as a win for the environment; Russia danger understated (8/5/19)," 5 Aug. 2019 The city of Akron is taking the first steps to replace more than 80,000 water meters with digital devices that allow for more accurate billing and improve leak detection. Robin Goist, cleveland.com, "Akron to replace water meters, improve billing system," 29 July 2019 Anyone who experiences issues getting new water meters installed during this period are asked to call 410-396-0170. Phil Davis, baltimoresun.com, "Baltimore ransomware update: what city residents need to know about water bills, taxes, tickets and more," 10 June 2019 The shut-off is often near the water meter or where the main water line enters the home. Washington Post, "Liz Weston: Is your wealth dripping away?," 23 July 2019 The shut-off is often near the water meter or where the main water line enters the home. Liz Weston, Dallas News, "5 tips to help prevent water damage, which outranks theft and fire for home claims," 23 July 2019 The water meter replacement program begins this month and will take three years to complete. Linda Greenstein, BostonGlobe.com, "Methuen to update water meters," 5 Apr. 2018

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First Known Use of water meter

1823, in the meaning defined above

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water meter

noun

English Language Learners Definition of water meter

: a machine that measures how much water is used in a building