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WORT-uh-shed/ˈwɔːtəʃed/

A watershed is a turning point; also a ridge dividing river systems, or (UK television) a time after which adult programmes may be shown: a political watershed, after the watershed. Turning point is everyday; a new crest is design, not a filled cell.

Meaning

A turning point; also a ridge of land dividing river systems, or (UK TV) a time after which adult programmes may be shown.

Examples

• “A new crest is not a watershed if the n is still empty.”
• “Turning point is everyday. Landmark is a cousin. A crest is branding. A count is methods. Fill the n; then unveil the arms.”

Good to know

A turning point (also drainage / TV watershed). Everyday: turning point. A crest ≠ a filled n.

Near in meaning

turning point

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