Meaning Of The Word Cistern

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What's The Definition Of Cistern?

cistern
countable noun: A cistern is a container which stores the water supply for a building, or that holds the water for flushing a toilet.

cistern in American English
a large receptacle for storing water; esp., a tank, usually underground, in which rain water is collected for use
noun: a reservoir, tank, or container for storing or holding water or other liquid

cistern in British English
noun: a tank for the storage of water, esp on or within the roof of a house or connected to a WC

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