Definition of sump

sumpnoun

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/sʌmp//sʌmp/

The origins of the word "sump" can be traced back to the Middle English word "sumpe," which originally referred to a mixture of materials used in metalworking, such as iron filings, charcoal, and water. This was due to the fact that these substances often accumulated at the bottom of metalworking vessels, hence the term "sump." Over time, the meaning of the word evolved to refer specifically to the thick, black, and murky muck that accumulates at the bottom of tanks, sewers, or other structures that hold liquid. This is due to the fact that these materials are often contaminated with organic matter, sediment, and other debris, making them thick and unpleasant. The etymology of the word "sump" can also be traced back to the Old English word "sōm," meaning "filth" or "mire." This root is also found in other English words, such as "sl IMy," which describes a murky or thick liquid, and "sludge," which refers to a thick and viscous substance. Despite its unpleasant connotations, the word "sump" continues to be an essential part of various industries, including engineering, plumbing, and construction, where it is used to describe the accumulated waste materials in tanks and systems. Its origins may be unsavory, but its usage has proven to be a necessary component in understanding the workings of these systems.

Summary
type danh từ
meaninghầm chứa phân (ở nhà xí máy); hố nước rác
meaning(kỹ thuật) bình hứng dầu
namespace

a hole or hollow area in which liquid waste collects

một lỗ hoặc khu vực rỗng trong đó chất thải lỏng thu thập

Example:
  • The industrial facility had a large sump in the basement to collect any spilled liquids or excess water.

    Cơ sở công nghiệp này có một bể chứa lớn ở tầng hầm để thu gom bất kỳ chất lỏng bị đổ hoặc nước thừa nào.

  • The car's engine seized and the oil trickled into the sump, causing a loud howling noise.

    Động cơ xe bị kẹt và dầu chảy vào thùng chứa, gây ra tiếng hú lớn.

  • The plumber suggested installing a sump pump to prevent water from accumulating in the basement during heavy rainfall.

    Thợ sửa ống nước đề xuất lắp một máy bơm nước ngầm để ngăn nước tích tụ ở tầng hầm khi mưa lớn.

  • After the power outage, we discovered that the sump pump had failed, causing water to rise above the floorboards.

    Sau khi mất điện, chúng tôi phát hiện máy bơm nước ngầm bị hỏng, khiến nước dâng cao hơn sàn nhà.

  • The sump pit in our backyard required a thorough cleaning due to the buildup of leaves and debris.

    Hố chứa nước thải ở sân sau nhà tôi cần được vệ sinh kỹ lưỡng do có nhiều lá cây và mảnh vụn tích tụ.

the place under an engine that holds the engine oil

nơi dưới động cơ chứa dầu động cơ

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