sewage
0 antonyms and opposites of sewage, grouped by meaning.
Noun — Waste water and solid waste carried away through sewers for treatment or disposal.
How to use sewage
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From sewer (the drainage system) plus the suffix -age.
Full origin of sewage →Frequently asked questions
What does “sewage” mean?
The word “sewage” means waste water and solid waste carried away through sewers for treatment or disposal. In plain terms, dirty waste water flushed away through drains and pipes.
How do you pronounce “sewage”?
“Sewage” is pronounced SOO-ihj (/ˈsu.ɪd͡ʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “sewage” in a sentence?
Here is “sewage” used in a sentence: “The plant treats millions of gallons of sewage every day.”
What is another word for “sewage”?
Words with a similar meaning to “sewage” include wastewater.
What part of speech is “sewage”?
“Sewage” is a noun.
Is “sewage” a common word?
“Sewage” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between sewage and sewerage?
Sewage refers to the waste water and solid waste itself that is carried away for treatment or disposal. Sewerage refers to the system of pipes and infrastructure used to transport that waste. In short, sewage is the substance and sewerage is the system.
What is raw sewage?
Raw sewage is waste water and solid waste that has not yet been treated or processed. It is typically discussed in the context of pollution when it is released into rivers or the sea before treatment.
Is sewage the same as wastewater?
Sewage and wastewater are closely related terms, and wastewater is often used as a direct synonym for sewage. Both describe used water and waste carried away through sewers for treatment or disposal.