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Meaning of cistern

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

cistern

Pronunciation:/ˈsɪs.tən//ˈsɪs.tɚn/

noun

Definitions

  1. A reservoir or tank for holding water, especially for catching and holding rainwater for later use.

  2. In a flush toilet, the container in which the water used for flushing is held; a toilet tank.

  3. A cisterna.

  4. The vessel surrounding the condenser in a steam engine.