What is another word for blackwater?

Pronunciation: [blˈakwɔːtə] (IPA)

Blackwater refers to wastewater that has been contaminated by human, animal and household waste. There are several synonyms for this term, including sewage, effluent, wastewater, and greywater. While these terms might be used interchangeably, they have different meanings depending on the source and treatment of the wastewater. Sewage refers specifically to water and solids from toilets and urinals, while effluent generally refers to any wastewater that is discharged from a facility. Greywater, on the other hand, refers to the relatively clean wastewater that comes from sources such as sinks, baths, washing machines, and dishwashers. Understanding these different terms and their nuances can help in identifying and addressing issues related to wastewater management.

What are the hypernyms for Blackwater?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Blackwater?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for blackwater (as nouns)

Usage examples for Blackwater

There was a ship lying at the wharf, half laden with hay; a coasting craft from some of the greater tidal rivers, the Orwell or the blackwater.
"The Last Hope"
Henry Seton Merriman
Years ago, one of his favourite excursions-of the longer ones which he now and then allowed himself-was to Danbury Hill, some five miles to the east of Chelmsford, one of the few pieces of rising ground in Essex, famous for its view over Maldon and the estuary of the blackwater.
"The Nether World"
George Gissing
His mind began to be agitated anew with the dream of an academic retreat by other streams than the blackwater and the Leo, and in 1752 he journeyed again to England and set up his tent for the last time beneath the shadow of the Oxford spires.
"A History of the Four Georges, Volume II (of 4)"
Justin McCarthy

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