nounπShareThe topographical boundary dividing two adjacent catchment basins, such as a ridge or a crest."The watershed between the two school districts runs along the highest peak of the mountain range. "geographygeologyenvironmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA region of land within which water flows down into a specified body, such as a river, lake, sea, or ocean; a drainage basin."The rain that falls on the mountain all flows into the river because the mountain is part of the river's watershed. "geographygeologyenvironmentareaChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA critical point marking a change in course or development."The new teacher's arrival was a watershed moment for the struggling class; after that, student engagement dramatically increased. "historyeventtimesituationpointChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe time after which material of more adult nature (violence, swear words, sex) may be broadcast on television or radio, either one laid down or one contrived (e.g. when children are not watching)"The watershed for the local radio station came when they switched to a later evening time slot, allowing for more mature content. "mediaentertainmenttimesocietycultureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπShareServing to mark a significant development, change in direction, etc."The new teacher's arrival was a watershed moment for the struggling class, marking a significant improvement in student engagement. "outcomehistoryeventachievementChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading