Sullage
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈsʌlɪd͡ʒ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Sullage is a noun meaning The liquid discharges from kitchens, washbasins, toilets etc; sewage.
Meaning
The liquid discharges from kitchens, washbasins, toilets etc; sewage.
More Meanings
- Silt or sediment deposited from flowing water.
- That which sullies or defiles.
- (metallurgy) The scoria on the surface of molten metal in the ladle.
Example Sentences
The streets [were] exceedingly large, well paved, having many vaults and conveyances under them for the sullage.
, "The Lineal Descent of Jesus of Nazareth from David by his Blessed Mother the Virgin Mary" It is the privilege of the celestial luminaries to receive no tincture, sullage, or defilement from the most noisome sinks and dunghills here below.
Word Forms
- sullages
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include suillage, sewerage, sinkwater, slop, sump, sink.
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