Water System (Noun)
Meaning 1
A river and all of its tributaries.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).
Examples
- The Mississippi River and its tributaries make up one of the largest water systems in the world.
- The river's water system supports a wide variety of aquatic life, from fish to birds to plants.
- To manage the water system effectively, hydrologists study the flow rates and volumes of the river and its tributaries.
- Human activities have had a significant impact on the river's water system, from damming to pollution.
- Understanding the dynamics of the water system is crucial for predicting flooding and droughts in the region.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
A facility that provides a source of water; "the town debated the purification of the water supply"; "first you have to cut off the water".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.