Runoff
/ˈrʌnˌɔf/
Definitions
- (n.) Water from rain or snow that flows over the land surface to rivers or lakes.
Heavy rain increased the runoff into the local river.
- (n.) An additional or deciding election held when no candidate achieves the required threshold.
The election went to a runoff between the top two candidates.
Forms
- runoffs
Related terms
Commentary
In legal and environmental contexts, 'runoff' often distinguishes between natural water flow and electoral processes, requiring clarity in drafting.
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