effluent
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
Liquid waste, especially from factories or sewage systems, that flows out into rivers or the sea.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
waste
discharge
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The factory was fined for releasing untreated _____ into the river."
Answer: effluent
In your own words, what does "effluent" mean?
Liquid waste, especially from factories or sewage systems, that flows out into rivers or the sea.
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