water system (B1)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /ˈwɔːtər ˈsɪstəm/
Definition
A network of pipes, pumps, and treatment plants that supply water to a community or industry. It includes the sources of water, the treatment and distribution systems, and the wastewater collection and treatment systems.
Examples
The water system in the city is managed by a private company.
The village's water system is based on a natural spring and a network of canals.
The water system in the factory is designed to recycle and reuse water to minimize waste.
How to Use water system
- water system management (noun phrase)
- the planning and control of water resources — "The city's water system management team is responsible for ensuring that the water supply is safe and reliable."
- water system infrastructure (noun phrase)
- the physical structures and systems that manage water — "The water system infrastructure in the city is outdated and needs to be upgraded."
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