reservoir (Meaning)

Wordnet

reservoir (n)

a large or extra supply of something

lake used to store water for community use

tank used for collecting and storing a liquid (as water or oil)

anything (a person or animal or plant or substance) in which an infectious agent normally lives and multiplies

Webster

reservoir (n.)

A place where anything is kept in store; especially, a place where water is collected and kept for use when wanted, as to supply a fountain, a canal, or a city by means of aqueducts, or to drive a mill wheel, or the like.

A small intercellular space, often containing resin, essential oil, or some other secreted matter.

reservoir Sentence Examples

  1. The reservoir serves as a vital source of water for the surrounding community.
  2. Engineers carefully monitor the water level in the reservoir to prevent overflows.
  3. The reservoir's capacity is designed to meet peak water demand during periods of drought.
  4. The reservoir's ecosystem supports a diverse array of aquatic life, including fish and waterfowl.
  5. Construction of the reservoir has led to increased flooding downstream.
  6. The reservoir serves as a popular recreational spot for fishing, boating, and birdwatching.
  7. The reservoir's water is naturally filtered by the surrounding wetlands.
  8. The reservoir's watershed is protected by strict land-use regulations.
  9. The reservoir's water quality is regularly tested to ensure its safety for human consumption.
  10. The reservoir is an essential part of the region's water infrastructure, providing reliable water to households, businesses, and farms.

FAQs About the word reservoir

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The reservoir serves as a vital source of water for the surrounding community.

Engineers carefully monitor the water level in the reservoir to prevent overflows.

The reservoir's capacity is designed to meet peak water demand during periods of drought.

The reservoir's ecosystem supports a diverse array of aquatic life, including fish and waterfowl.