Handwell vs. Manhole — What's the Difference?

(Canada) A small manhole.

A manhole (alternatively utility hole, maintenance hole, or sewer hole) is an opening to a confined space such as a shaft, utility vault, or large vessel. Manholes are often used as an access point for an underground public utility, allowing inspection, maintenance, and system upgrades.

A hole, usually with a cover, through which a person may enter a sewer, boiler, drain, or similar structure.

A hole in the ground used to access the sewers or other underground vaults and installations.

A hole providing access to the inside of a boiler, tank etc.

(informal) A man's anus, in a sexual context.

A hole through which a man may descend or creep into a drain, sewer, steam boiler, parts of machinery, etc., for cleaning or repairing.

A hole (usually with a flush cover) through which a person can gain access to an underground structure