Bahasa Melayu
tadahan
English
catchment
An area or system that collects water or flow.
تادهن
Examples
Contoh ayat
Kerajaan membina saluran baharu di kawasan tadahan itu.
The government built a new channel in the catchment area.
Hutan di kawasan tadahan perlu dipelihara.
The forest in the catchment area needs to be protected.
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What does “catchment” mean in Malay?
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tadahan
Refers to an area that collects water or flow.
Word family
Common derived forms
- tadah
- receptacle; to receive with both hands; to receive stolen goods.
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