RUNOFF Synonyms
There are 3 hypernyms of the word runoff. (close relations)
Definition of RUNOFF
Best Alternative Words for RUNOFF
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| overflow | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a large flow • the occurrence of surplus liquid (as water) exceeding the limit or capacity verb • flow or run over (a limit or brim) • overflow with a certain feeling | ||||||||
| discharge | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the sudden giving off of energy • the act of venting • a substance that is emitted or released • any of several bodily processes by which substances go out of the body • electrical conduction through a gas in an applied electric field • the pouring forth of a fluid • the termination of someone's employment (leaving them free to depart) • a formal written statement of relinquishment • the act of discharging a gun verb • complete or carry out • pour forth or release • free from obligations or duties • remove the charge from • go off or discharge • pronounce not guilty of criminal charges • eliminate (a substance) • remove (cargo, people, etc.) from and leave • cause to go off • release from military service • become empty or void of its content | ||||||||
| drainage | nounn | |||||||
noun • emptying something accomplished by allowing liquid to run out of it | ||||||||
| seepage | nounn | |||||||
noun • the process of seeping | ||||||||
| spillover | nounn | |||||||
noun • (economics) any indirect effect of public expenditure | ||||||||
| overspill | nounn | |||||||
noun • the relocation of people from overcrowded cities; they are accommodated in new houses or apartments in smaller towns • the occurrence of surplus liquid (as water) exceeding the limit or capacity | ||||||||
