Pronunciation: /ˈɛflʊənt/
noun liquid waste or sewage discharged into a river or the sea
A1 The effluent from the factory is polluting the river.
A2 Effluent from the sewage treatment plant is released into the ocean.
B1 The company is required to treat its effluent before discharging it into the environment.
B2 Effluent management is an important aspect of sustainable development.
C1 The effluent standards set by the government must be strictly adhered to by all industries.
C2 Effluent monitoring and control measures are essential for protecting the environment.
adjective flowing out or forth
A1 The effluent water from the factory is not safe to drink.
A2 The effluent pipes were clogged with debris.
B1 The effluent discharge from the sewage treatment plant was carefully monitored.
B2 The effluent levels in the river exceeded acceptable limits.
C1 The effluent management system was upgraded to meet environmental regulations.
C2 The effluent treatment plant was designed to efficiently remove contaminants from the water.
formal The effluent from the factory was carefully monitored to ensure it met environmental standards.
informal The effluent coming out of that place smells terrible.
slang I can't believe they're dumping effluent into the river, that's messed up.
figurative His speech was like effluent, flowing endlessly without any substance.
effluents
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