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Aqueduct vs Flume - What's the difference?

aqueduct | flume | Synonyms |

As nouns the difference between aqueduct and flume

is that aqueduct is an artificial channel that is constructed to convey water from one location to another while flume is a ravine or gorge, usually one with water running through.

aqueduct

English

Alternative forms

* (archaic)

Noun

(en noun) (wikipedia aqueduct)
  • An artificial channel that is constructed to convey water from one location to another.
  • A structure carrying water over a river or depression, especially in regards to ancient aqueducts.

    • flume

    English

    Noun

    (wikipedia flume) (en noun)
  • A ravine or gorge, usually one with water running through.
  • An open channel or trough used to direct or divert liquids.