Cesspit (Noun)
Meaning
A covered cistern; waste water and sewage flow into it.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The old house had a cesspit that needed to be emptied regularly to prevent overflow.
- In medieval times, cesspits were often located beneath the castle or manor house.
- The cesspit was a breeding ground for disease-carrying insects and rodents.
- The plumber warned that if the cesspit wasn't properly maintained, it could cause serious health hazards.
- After a heavy rainfall, the cesspit began to overflow, spilling its foul contents into the nearby stream.