“Sewer” or “Suer”—Which to use?

“Sewer” or “Suer”

Overview

sewer / suer are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

sewer: (noun) a waste pipe that carries away sewage or surface water. (noun) someone who sews.

suer: (noun) someone who petitions a court for redress of a grievance or recovery of a right.

Pronunciation

sewer: s·UW·er

suer: NA

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Examples in Context

Examples of “sewer”

…it into an into underground sewer.
…and the local water & sewer authority.
…and accidentally falling into a sewer.
…and improvements to the storm sewer system.
…drainage canal, the Robey Street sewer and all the underground work…
…a mysterious connection to the Sewer King.
…Scotland he was appointed as 'sewer' to Queen Anne, a courtier…
…department included one cutter, one sewer, a costume coordinator and a…
…land graded and water and sewer pipes installed.
…of underground utilities including water, sewer and gas lines, as well…

Examples of “suer”

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