noun Download 🔗Share A stream that flows out, such as from a lake or reservoir; an outflow; effluence. Examples : "The river started as a small stream of effluents flowing from the base of the large glacier. " environment nature Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share Sewage water that has been (partially) treated, and is released into a natural body of water; a flow of any liquid waste. Examples : "The factory pipes released effluents into the river, potentially harming the fish and plants living there. " environment utility substance material Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading