Definition of watershed

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Definition of watershed

  • the entire geographical area drained by a river and its tributaries; an area characterized by all runoff being conveyed to the same outlet (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. basin
    2. catchment area
    3. catchment basin
    4. drainage area
    5. drainage basin
    6. river basin
  • a ridge of land that separates two adjacent river systems (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. divide
    2. water parting
  • an event marking a unique or important historical change of course or one on which important developments depend (noun)

    Examples

    1. the agreement was a watershed in the history of both nations

    Synonyms

    1. landmark
    2. turning point

See definition of watershed in Merriam Webster