wastewater

American  

[weyst-waw-ter, -wot-er] / ˈweɪstˌwɔ tər, -ˌwɒt ər /

noun

1. water that has been used in washing, flushing, manufacturing, etc.; sewage.

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Etymology

Origin of wastewater

1400–50; late Middle English waste watre

Example Sentences

Larger facilities would need improved wastewater capabilities, but DHS said that “there are numerous solutions which will be implemented to utilize the existing infrastructure.”

From The Wall Street Journal

The company says it will use reclaimed wastewater and EPA-certified natural gas generators, and create 2,500 to 3,500 construction jobs and 100 to 200 permanent positions.

From Los Angeles Times

People from rural communities and businesses say areas are being left "devastated" as the company that oversees Northern Ireland's wastewater network admits it is at "breaking point".

From BBC

This region receives inputs from treated sewage, household wastewater, aquaculture operations, pig farming, and agricultural runoff.

From Science Daily

A spokeswoman for Essar said the company "takes its responsibilities for wastewater management extremely seriously" and has taken steps to "address the causes of these breaches".

From BBC