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Meaning of sewage
The primary meaning of the word "sewage" refers to waste matter, especially human excrement, carried away in sewers or drains.
Etymology of sewage
The word "sewage" has its roots in the 15th-century word "sewer", which referred to a pipe or drain for carrying away waste
The term "sewage" emerged in the 17th century, specifically referring to the waste matter itself, rather than the system of pipes
Synonyms
Definitions
- Waste matter, especially human excrement, carried away in sewers or drains
- * A system of pipes and drains for carrying away waste matter and water
Usage Examples
- The city's sewage system was outdated and in need of repair
- * The beach was closed due to contamination from sewage spills
- * The sewage treatment plant was designed to handle large volumes of waste water