Meaning of the word watershed in English
What does watershed mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
watershed
US /ˈwɑː.t̬ɚ.ʃed/
UK /ˈwɔː.tə.ʃed/
Noun
1.
an event or period marking a turning point in a course of action or state of affairs
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The invention of the internet was a watershed moment in human history.
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The court's decision was a watershed for civil rights.
2.
an area or ridge of land that separates waters flowing to different rivers, basins, or seas
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The Appalachian Mountains form a major watershed in eastern North America.
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Protecting the local watershed is crucial for clean drinking water.