sewerage
n. C1 Advanced US //ˈsuɝɪdʒ// UK //sˈuːəɹɪdʒ// sew·er·age
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'.
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.