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drainage

/ˈdreɪnɪdʒ/ noun · British & US
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What does drainage mean?

noun

The removal of water from a place, especially by a system of pipes and drains. The process of removing water from the soil or a surface.

Example

"The city's drainage system was designed to prevent flooding during heavy rainfall."

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