noun🔗ShareÉcoulements, effluentsA stream that flows out, such as from a lake or reservoir; an outflow; effluence."The river started as a small stream of effluents flowing from the base of the large glacier. "La rivière a commencé comme un petit ruisseau d'effluents s'écoulant de la base du grand glacier.environmentnatureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareEaux usées, effluentsSewage water that has been (partially) treated, and is released into a natural body of water; a flow of any liquid waste."The factory pipes released effluents into the river, potentially harming the fish and plants living there. "Les tuyaux de l'usine ont rejeté des effluents dans la rivière, ce qui pourrait nuire aux poissons et aux plantes qui y vivent.environmentutilitysubstancematerialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
