word
watershed
WAW-ter-shed
ˈwɔːtərˌʃɛdListen
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Syllable breakdown
watershed
Dictionary meaning
An area of land that drains rainfall and streams into a common outlet.
History and origin
Old English elements meaning 'water divide'.
Examples
- Protecting the watershed improved drinking water quality downstream.
Common mispronunciations
WAH-ter-sheed
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