noun
- plural of manhole: circular openings in streets or sidewalks that provide access to underground utilities like sewers, water pipes, or electrical systems
Examples
- Workers lifted the heavy manhole covers to inspect the sewer system.
- The city is replacing old manholes with new ones that have better seals.
- Steam was rising from several manholes along the downtown street.
- The utility crew marked all the manholes before beginning construction.
- She carefully walked around the open manholes on the sidewalk.
- The manholes provide easy access for maintenance of underground cables.