Word Noun
sewerage
n.
C1 Advanced US /ˈsuɝɪdʒ/ UK /sˈuːəɹɪdʒ/ sew·er·age UK spelling sewerages
Definition
n.the system of pipes and treatment plants that carry away waste water from homes and businesses. It is a technical word for the sewage system.
n.the system of pipes, pumping stations, and treatment facilities used to carry away and treat waste water from a community. Often used in technical or formal contexts to distinguish from the general term 'sewage'.
Examples
“The city is upgrading its sewerage system to prevent leaks.”
“Engineers discovered a major leak in the sewerage network that was contaminating the local river.”
“Modern urban planning requires a robust sewerage infrastructure to manage the high volume of wastewater generated by dense populations, ensuring public health and environmental safety.”
This entry
Level C1 · Advanced
Frequency Occasional
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