watershortage
nounUK /ˈwɔːtəˌʃɔːtɪdʒ/
US /ˈwɔːtərˌʃɔːrtɪdʒ/
A water shortage is when there is not enough water for people to use.
The town had a water shortage after the long, dry summer.
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2. A temporary lack of water caused by a broken pipe or supply problem.
A burst pipe led to a water shortage in the apartment building.
3. A situation where demand for water is greater than the supply available.
Fast-growing cities often face a water shortage during peak months.
4. A period when water use is officially restricted.
During the water shortage, residents could only water gardens on certain days.