RAW WATER Definition & Meaning

raw water

[ raw waw-ter, wot-er ]

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noun

untreated, unfiltered water from the ground, lakes, rivers, etc.: raw water collected from springs has been bottled and marketed as the most natural, healthy drinking water, but there is concern among water testers and health officials over the potential presence of dangerous bacteria, viruses, and parasites.

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Origin of raw water¹

First recorded in 2000–05

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Water that comes straight from natural sources, dubbed "raw water," is gaining popularity.

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In contrast, raw water remains untested, unregulated and untreated, leaving its safety to drink in question.

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Raw water advocates reject public water supplies, including tap water, because they don't enjoy the taste or believe it's unsafe and depleted of vital minerals.

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On the surface, raw water might seem alluring – the natural surroundings may look beautiful, and the water may look clean and taste refreshing.

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But unlike tap or commercially bottled water, raw water is not evaluated for safety.

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