Septic Tank (Noun)
Meaning
Large tank where solid matter or sewage is disintegrated by bacteria.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The house was built on a hill to allow gravity to feed the septic tank located at the bottom of the slope.
- After several years of neglect, the septic tank needed to be pumped out and cleaned.
- A failed septic tank can cause environmental damage by contaminating groundwater and soil.
- To minimize the need for maintenance, only organic materials should be flushed into the septic tank.
- Inspectors from the county health department visited the site to determine if the septic tank was in compliance with local regulations.