runoff
(noun)
noun
1. the occurrence of surplus liquid (as water) exceeding the limit or capacity
Similar word(s): overflow, overspill
Definition categories: event, flow, flowing
2. a final election to resolve an earlier election that did not produce a winner
Definition categories: act, election
Sentences with runoff as a noun:
- The runoff of nitrates is poisoning the lake.
- There will now be a runoff as neither front runner received more than 50% of the vote.