Meaning & Definition of word "Sewage"

Sewage

/ˈsuː.ɪdʒ/

1. Wastewater and excrement conveyed in sewers.
- Example: The city is implementing new measures to treat sewage before releasing it into the river.
2. Liquid waste from homes, businesses, and industries.
- Example: The sewage treatment plant handles the liquid waste from the surrounding areas.
3. The byproducts of human activity that require disposal.
- Example: Proper management of sewage is essential to prevent environmental contamination.
4. Fluid waste material, especially as it relates to public health.
- Example: Improper disposal of sewage can lead to serious public health issues.

Middle English sewej, from sewe + -age

sewage treatment:

The process of treating sewage to remove contaminants.

sewage system:

A network of pipes and facilities for collecting and treating sewage.

sewage disposal:

The process of getting rid of sewage in a proper manner.

sewer:

A pipe or channel that carries wastewater and sewage.

septage:

The sludge found in septic tanks, which contains sewage.

Meaning: Sewage spill

Example Sentence: The sewage spill in the river caused a major health alert.

Meaning: Sewage lagoon

Example Sentence: They used a sewage lagoon to hold excess wastewater temporarily.