Wellhole
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Wellhole is a noun meaning The open space in a floor, to accommodate a staircase.
Meaning
The open space in a floor, to accommodate a staircase.
More Meanings
- The open space left beyond the ends of the steps of a staircase.
- A cavity which receives a counterbalancing weight in certain mechanical contrivances, and is adapted also for other purposes.
Example Sentences
well-holes of the stairs and chimney
Word Forms
- wellholes
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include well, dreamhole, hoistway, manhole, lightwell, hole.
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