C1
drainage vs runoff
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| drainagenoun/ˈdreɪ.nɪdʒ/ | Meaning A system of pipes or channels that carries away extra water. | Goes with — | Example Poor drainage in the street caused flooding after the heavy rain. |
| runoffnoun/ˈrʌn.ɑːf/ | Meaning rainwater or melted snow that flows over the ground into rivers, carrying dirt and chemicals with it | Goes with agricultural runoff | Example Fertilizer runoff from nearby farms is polluting the river. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Poor in the street caused flooding after the heavy rain.