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Thesaurus Term/Concept: CATCHWORK SYSTEM

Identifier 170815
Class MONUMENT TYPE
Status Preferred
Index? Yes
Scope Note Catchwork or catch-meadow systems diverted water along a series or channels or gutters, often arranged in parallel. They were caused to overflow or included openings to spread water downslope, to irrigate combe sides and encourage growth.

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