Definition of "waterwork" in English

noun

1. (countable) A machine or mechanism for raising or carrying water.

2. (countable, art) A textile fabric used like tapestry.

3. (countable, uncountable) Some action or activity done on, in, or using water.

4. (uncountable, art) A style of painting executed in distemper or size, on canvas or a wall, intended to resemble a tapestry; (countable) such a painting.

5. Alternative form of waterworks.