Cistern (Noun)
Meaning 1
A sac or cavity containing fluid especially lymph or cerebrospinal fluid.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
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Meaning 2
A tank that holds the water used to flush a toilet.
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Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 3
An artificial reservoir for storing liquids; especially an underground tank for storing rainwater.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The cistern in the backyard collected rainwater from the roof, allowing us to irrigate the garden during dry spells.
- The ancient city's cistern was its main source of fresh water, supplying the inhabitants with enough to drink and wash.
- After the drought, the family relied on their underground cistern for water, rather than the municipal supply.
- The monastery's cistern was filled by a network of hidden gutters and downspouts, harvesting rainwater from the steeply pitched roof.
- During the power outage, residents turned to their cisterns for water to cook and clean, grateful for the stored supply.