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Runoff
01
the excess liquid, typically water, that exceeds the capacity of an area to contain or absorb it
Examples
After heavy rain, the runoff from the hillsides flooded the streets below.
The construction site had inadequate drainage, causing the runoff to accumulate in large pools.
02
a final election to resolve an earlier election that did not produce a winner
03
the flow of water or substances that drain away from an area of land, often carrying dirt, chemicals, or other materials
Examples
Heavy rainfall caused runoff that flooded the streets.
The soil was eroded by the runoff from the mountain.
