PsychologyAugust 1, 2026
catchment
KATCH-munt
Definition
The area of land from which all surface runoff, such as rain or melting snow, collects and drains into a single river, lake, or reservoir.
Etymology
The word originated in the 17th century, derived from the verb 'catch' plus the suffix '-ment', referring to the act of catching or collecting water.
In the news
In the article, the term is used to describe the geographical area where Chhattisgarh collects water, which the state cites as justification for its usage of the Mahanadi river's water. It helps define the scope of competing claims over natural resources.
2 BJP states, 1 river water dispute, and a nudge from the Centre
Read the full article ↗The Indian Express