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sewer

/ˈsoʊər/ noun · British & US
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What does sewer mean?

noun

A pipe or tunnel for carrying sewage away from a building or town. A person who works in a sewer, especially one who unclogs drains.

Example

"The city's sewer system was built over a century ago and is in need of repair."

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