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Manhole

/mˈæˌnhoʊl/
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(noun) A hole in the ground used to access the sewers or other underground vaults and installations.

Tom was injured by a manhole cover explosion.
Someone stole the manhole cover.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The workers lifted the ____ cover to access the underground pipes and perform necessary repairs today.

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