noun
lagoon
An artificial pond for holding or treating wastewater or industrial liquids.
The treatment plant uses a lagoon to hold wastewater.
Etymology
The artificial basin borrows the natural landform’s name. It retains the idea of a broad, contained body of water while changing its origin and purpose.
More examples
- Workers inspect the lagoon for leaks.
- Bacteria in the lagoon help break down waste.
- The factory stores liquid waste in lined lagoons.
Forms
lagoon · lagoons