What is another word for infiltration basin?

Pronunciation: [ˌɪnfɪltɹˈe͡ɪʃən bˈe͡ɪsən] (IPA)

An infiltration basin is a type of stormwater management system designed to collect and store excess rainwater and allow it to slowly infiltrate into the underlying soil. Synonyms for this term include retention basin, detention basin, infiltration pond, rain garden, bio-retention basin, and swale. Each of these terms describes a similar stormwater management system that functions to capture, store, and filter stormwater runoff. Whether called a retention basin or an infiltration pond, these systems play a critical role in managing the effects of rainwater and promoting sustainable water management practices that protect both public health and the environment.

Synonyms for Infiltration basin:

What are the hypernyms for Infiltration basin?

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

    drainage system, Stormwater management structure, Water catchment facility, Water filtration system.

Related words: infiltration basins, storm runoff basin, infiltration rate, infiltration area, infiltration tank, infiltration capacity

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