watershed

Word parts

water + shed

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈwɔːtəʃɛd/
• (US) enPR: wôʹtərshĕd, IPA ^(key): /ˈwɔtɚʃɛd/

• Audio (US)

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• Hyphenation: wa‧ter‧shed

Noun

Singular watershed

Plural watersheds

1. (countable) A watershed is an event that marks a big change.
2. (countable) A watershed is a land area that drains into a river, lake, or ocean.

Adjective

Positive watershed

Comparative none

Superlative none

1. Something that is watershed is very important because it marks a major change or turning point.