Definitions

1. noun

A river, stream, or lake that has a very dark or peaty color due to the presence of decaying plant matter.

“The hikers had to navigate through the blackwater swamp to reach the other side.”

2. noun

A type of wastewater treatment plant that uses a series of tanks to break down organic matter and produce clean water.

“The city is building a new blackwater treatment plant to reduce its environmental impact.”

3. noun

A type of water that is high in nutrients and low in oxygen, often found in tropical rivers and lakes.

“The blackwater ecosystem is home to a diverse array of aquatic life.”

4. noun

A type of water that is high in decaying plant matter and has a strong, unpleasant odor.

“The blackwater in the lake was so strong that it made it difficult to swim.”

5. noun

A type of river or stream that flows through an area of peat or other organic matter, and has a very dark or peaty color.

“The blackwater river flows through a large area of peat bog.”

6. noun

A type of water that is high in nutrients and has a strong, unpleasant odor.

“The blackwater in the lake was so strong that it made it difficult to swim.”

7. verb

To treat or process wastewater using a blackwater treatment plant.

“The city is blackwatering its wastewater to reduce its environmental impact.”