cistern Synonyms
cistern Meaning
cistern (n)
a sac or cavity containing fluid especially lymph or cerebrospinal fluid
a tank that holds the water used to flush a toilet
an artificial reservoir for storing liquids; especially an underground tank for storing rainwater
cistern (n.)
An artificial reservoir or tank for holding water, beer, or other liquids.
A natural reservoir; a hollow place containing water.
cistern Sentence Examples
- The ancient city relied on its cisterns to store water during periods of drought.
- The farmer constructed a cistern to collect rainwater for irrigation purposes.
- She gazed at the moss-covered cistern in the garden, marveling at its historical significance.
- The cistern in the basement of the old mansion was filled with murky water.
- The engineer inspected the cistern for leaks and cracks, ensuring its integrity.
- He installed a filtration system in the cistern to improve the quality of the water.
- The cistern overflowed during the heavy rainfall, flooding the surrounding area.
- She dipped her bucket into the cistern, drawing water to quench her thirst.
- The villagers gathered around the communal cistern to fill their containers with water.
- The cistern was a vital component of the city's infrastructure, supplying water to its residents for generations.
FAQs About the word cistern
a sac or cavity containing fluid especially lymph or cerebrospinal fluid, a tank that holds the water used to flush a toilet, an artificial reservoir for storin
vat,tub, hogshead, tun,drum, keg, pipe, cask, scuttlebutt, can
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The ancient city relied on its cisterns to store water during periods of drought.
The farmer constructed a cistern to collect rainwater for irrigation purposes.
She gazed at the moss-covered cistern in the garden, marveling at its historical significance.
The cistern in the basement of the old mansion was filled with murky water.
