watercourse

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun natural or artificial channel through which water flows
  2. noun a natural body of running water flowing on or under the earth
  3. noun a conduit through which water flows

Etymology

From Middle English water course; equivalent to water + course.

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