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Water Right

Description:

A water right is a legal entitlement to use water from a specific source, such as a river, lake, or groundwater. It grants the holder the right to divert and use water for various purposes, including agriculture, industrial processes, and domestic use.

Senses:

Noun

1. The legal entitlement to use water from a specific source.
2. The volume or quantity of water that a person or entity is entitled to use.

Usage Examples:

Noun

1. He inherited the water right for a small stream on his property.
2. The farmer's water right allowed him to irrigate his crops.
3. The court ruled in favor of the company, recognizing their water right for industrial purposes.

Related Products:

Water Rights Law Books

Books on Water Rights History

Water Rights in Agriculture

Water Rights Management Books