Wastewater

usgb/ˈweɪstwɔːtər/
noun

Water that has been used and is now dirty or polluted.

Treatment of wastewater from households and industries is important to prevent pollution of our rivers.
Visual representation of "wastewater" - Water that has been used and is now dirty or polluted.

Often appears as...

  • wastewater treatment
  • wastewater disposal

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Negative Connotation

Wastewater almost always has a negative context because it's undesirable and implies pollution.

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Activists raised concerns about the company releasing wastewater into the ocean.
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Industrial and Domestic

Wastewater can come from both factories and homes, meaning it's not just from one source.

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The city's wastewater consists of runoff from households and industrial waste.
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Environmental Impact

The term often includes an implicit concern for environmental health and safety.

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Proper wastewater treatment is vital for protecting marine life.
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