spillway

UK
/ˈspɪlweɪ/
US
/ˈspɪlweɪ/
spillwaysubstantiv
spillways
Pl.
UK
/ˈspɪlweɪ/
US
/ˈspɪlweɪ/
Übersetzungen
The engineers inspected the spillway for any signs of damage.
Инженеры осмотрели водосброс на предмет повреждений.
Definitionen
A structure used to provide the controlled release of water from a dam or levee into a downstream area, typically a river or reservoir.
The engineers inspected the spillway to ensure it could handle the increased water flow from the heavy rains.
spillwayadjektiv
UK
/ˈspɪl.weɪ/
US
/ˈspɪl.weɪ/
Used attributively before another noun to denote relation to a spillway.
Definitionen
Relating to or intended for use in a spillway.
Routine maintenance was carried out on the spillway gates before the rainy season.