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water treatment

Definition

Water treatment is the process of making water safe to drink. It removes harmful substances from the water, such as bacteria, viruses, and chemicals. Water treatment is important because it helps to prevent diseases and to keep our water clean.

How can the word be used?

The water treatment plant is responsible for treating the city's water supply.

water treatment

Different forms of the word

Noun: the process of removing impurities from water to make it safe for drinking, bathing, and other uses.

Verb: to treat water.

Etymology

The word "water treatment" comes from the combination of the words "water" and "treatment".

The word "water" comes from the Old English word "wæter", which means "water".

The word "treatment" comes from the Old French word "traitement", which means "handling" or "care".

The first recorded use of the word "water treatment" was in the 19th century.

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