Stormwater
Pronunciation: /ˈstɔɹmˈwɔtɝ/
Stormwater (noun)
- Water from rain or melting snow that flows over the ground and into drains, streets, or rivers.
- Rain-related water collected and moved through drainage systems to reduce flooding and control pollution.
Examples
- Stormwater flows into the street after heavy rain.
- The city monitors stormwater to reduce pollution in rivers.