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Vocabulary Entry
sump
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A pit or hollow in which water or other liquid collects.
Example Sentences
"The sump in the basement was filled with rainwater after the storm."
"He checked the sump regularly to ensure it wasn’t overflowing."
"A sump pump was installed to prevent flooding in the crawl space."
V
verb
To remove water or liquid from a sump or pit.
Example Sentences
"They need to sump out the water from the flooded area."
"The workers will sump the excess liquid before starting repairs."
"She had to sump the aquarium to clean it properly."