drainage area

• Ein geografisches Gebiet, in dem Niederschläge wie Regen oder Schneeschmelze zum selben Gewässer wie einem Fluss, See oder Ozean abfließen. Auch als Einzugsgebiet oder Wassereinzugsgebiet bekannt.

A geographic region or area where water from precipitation, such as rain or snowmelt, flows downhill into a common body of water, such as a river, lake, or ocean. It is also known as a watershed or catchment basin.

1. Watershed or catchment basinB2formal

   A geographical area where all surface water from rain, melting snow, or ice converges to a single point, such as a river, lake, or ocean.

   Einzugsgebiet

   • The Amazon River has the largest drainage area in the world.
   • Urban development can significantly alter a natural drainage area.
   • Scientists study the drainage area to predict flood risks.