What does "storm drain" mean?

An access point or conduit for rainwater that drains directly downstream in a (drainage) basin without passing through sewers or water treatment in order to prevent or belay floods.

Storm drain

Q: What is a synonym for "storm drain"?

Common synonyms include: drain system, drainage system, drainage well, storm sewer, stormwater drain.

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Definitions

Noun

1
An access point or conduit for rainwater that drains directly downstream in a (drainage) basin without passing through sewers or water treatment in order to prevent or belay floods. US
2
a system of watercourses or drains for carrying off excess water wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

drain system drainage system drainage well storm sewer stormwater drain

Etymology

An allusion to their usefulness in catching stormwater and therefore preventing floods.

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