cistern (n.)

  1. a sac or cavity containing fluid especially lymph or cerebrospinal fluid

    [ Syn: cisterna ]

  2. a tank that holds the water used to flush a toilet

    [ Syn: water tank ]

  3. an artificial reservoir for storing liquids; especially an underground tank for storing rainwater

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