ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Sewage

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈsuː.ɪd͡ʒ/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Sewage is a noun meaning A suspension of water and solid waste, transported by sewers to be disposed of or processed.

Meaning

A suspension of water and solid waste, transported by sewers to be disposed of or processed.

More Meanings

  1. (obsolete) sewerage.

Example Sentences

Untreated sewage can pollute rivers.
The city invested in a modern sewage system.

Word Forms

Synonyms for sewage

Depending on context, synonyms include wastewater, sewerage.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include sewerage, wastewater, drainage, sewer, drain, sludge.

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