water filters
/ˈwɔːtər ˈfɪltərz/ · wa·ter fil·ters
noun
- Devices or systems designed to remove impurities and contaminants from water, making it safe for drinking or other uses. The city installed new water filters in the municipal water supply to reduce the levels of lead and chlorine.
Did you know? The first water filters were made from sand and charcoal, used by ancient Egyptians and Greeks to purify water from the Nile River and other sources. Today, water filters are a crucial component of modern water treatment systems, protecting public health and preventing water-borne diseases.