Meaning of "wasteweir" in English

A "wasteweir" is a structural component in hydraulic engineering used to control the overflow of water from a reservoir, dam, or pond. It acts as a safety feature to prevent excess water from damaging the main structure by allowing excess water to flow out in a controlled manner. Typically, wasteweirs are part of larger systems designed to manage water flow and protect areas from flooding. They are vital in maintaining the integrity and safety of water management systems, ensuring that water levels remain within safe limits.

Meaning of "wasteweir" in French

In French, the term "wasteweir" is also used, referring to a similar structure in hydraulic engineering for managing water levels in reservoirs, dams, or ponds. Like its English counterpart, it serves to channel excess water away in a controlled fashion to prevent damage to the main structure. These structures are crucial for the safe regulation of water levels and protection against flooding. Wasteweirs are an integral part of water management strategies in various engineering projects where water overflow management is necessary.

Pronunciation of "wasteweir" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [ˈweɪstˌwɪr]

Pronunciation Variations: There are no significant pronunciation variations in American and British English for the word "wasteweir," though slight differences in accent might affect vowel sounds subtly. Typically, the pronunciation remains consistent across different regions where English is spoken.

Pronunciation of "wasteweir" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [ˈweɪstˌwɪr]

Pronunciation Variations: As "wasteweir" is borrowed from English, the pronunciation in French remains largely similar to the English version, with slight variations depending on the speaker’s native accent and intonation patterns in French.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. The reservoir's wasteweir opened to prevent flooding.
    (La décharge du réservoir s'est ouverte pour éviter l'inondation.)

  2. Engineers designed a new wasteweir for the outdated dam.
    (Les ingénieurs ont conçu une nouvelle décharge pour le vieux barrage.)

  3. The wasteweir was built to handle extreme water levels.
    (La décharge a été construite pour gérer des niveaux d'eau extrêmes.)

  4. Residents were grateful for the efficient wasteweir during the storm.
    (Les habitants étaient reconnaissants pour l'efficacité de la décharge pendant la tempête.)

  5. Maintenance of the wasteweir is crucial for safety.
    (L'entretien de la décharge est crucial pour la sécurité.)

  6. Upgrading the wasteweir improved water flow management.
    (La mise à niveau de la décharge a amélioré la gestion du flux d'eau.)

  7. The old wasteweir needed urgent repairs.
    (La vieille décharge avait besoin de réparations urgentes.)

  8. The community built a wasteweir to protect against natural disasters.
    (La communauté a construit une décharge pour se protéger contre les catastrophes naturelles.)

  9. Experts assessed the wasteweir's capacity for the rainy season.
    (Les experts ont évalué la capacité de la décharge pour la saison des pluies.)

  10. The city invested in technology to monitor the wasteweir.
    (La ville a investi dans la technologie pour surveiller la décharge.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "wasteweir" in English

Synonyms: overflow weir, spillway, escape weir, floodway.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: dam, canal, levee, sluice, aqueduct.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "wasteweir" in French

Synonyms: déversoir d'orage, évacuateur de crues.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: barrage, canal, écluse, aqueduc.

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