sewer

noun
UK: /ˈsuːər/
US: /ˈsuːər/

  1. An underground pipe or channel that carries waste water and refuse.

    1. The sewer runs under the street.
    2. The city invested in upgrading its aging sewer system to prevent overflows.

  2. A city or town's system of drains and pipes that carry away sewage and waste water.

    1. The plumber unclogged the main sewer line.
    2. The construction crew is working on expanding the sewer to accommodate new developments.

Synonyms

drain culvert cloaca

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "sewer" in English means: An underground pipe or channel that carries waste water and refuse., A city or town's system of drains and pipes that carry away sewage and waste water..

The phonetic transcription of "sewer" is /ˈsuːər/ in British English and /ˈsuːər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "sewer": drain, culvert, cloaca.

Example usage of "sewer": "The sewer runs under the street.". More examples on the page.