English to English Dictionary

Waste-to-energy plant

An industrial facility that converts municipal solid waste and other types of refuse into usable electricity, heat, or fuel through processes such as combustion or gasification.

Wasted

Drunk or under the influence of illegal drugs to a severe degree.

Wasteful-manufacturing

Production processes that consume excessive raw materials, energy, and resources while generating high levels of avoidable scrap or emissions.

Wasteland

An unused area of land that has become barren or desolate.

Waster

A person who squanders money, time, or other valuable resources.

Wastewater

Water that has been used in homes, businesses, or industrial processes and is contaminated with various waste products.

Wastrel

A person who wastes time, money, or resources.

Watch

A small timepiece worn typically on a strap on one's wrist.

Watchdog

A dog kept to guard property or livestock against thieves or predators.

Watchful

Being alert and observant, especially to potential dangers or problems.

Watching

The act of looking at or observing something attentively over a period of time.

Watchlist

A list of people, things, or organizations considered to be subject to surveillance, special attention, or security screening.