What does SEWER mean?

sewer

Parts of Speech: noun, verb

Definitions:

• noun: an underground conduit for carrying off drainage water and waste matter; a drain.
• verb: to drain or convey (surface water or sewage) through a sewer.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈsu(ə)r/
• UK: /ˈsjuːə/

Origin and Usage:

The word "sewer" originated in Middle English from the Old Northern French word "seweour," which means "a drain." It has been in use since the 14th century and is commonly used to refer to an underground conduit for carrying off drainage water and waste matter. The verb form of "sewer" is used to describe the process of draining or conveying surface water or sewage through a sewer.

Synonyms:

• drain
• conduit
• pipeline
• channel
• gutter

Related Words:

• drain
• water
• flush
• slime
• grime

Example Sentences:

• The sewer was clogged with debris, causing the water to back up into the street.
• They had to sewer the new housing development so that the waste could be carried away.