Meaning Of The Word Reservoir

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What's The Definition Of Reservoir?

reservoir
A reservoir of something is a large quantity of it that is available for use when needed.
countable noun: A reservoir is a lake that is used for storing water before it is supplied to people.

reservoir in American English
a place where anything is collected and stored, generally in large quantity; esp., a natural or artificial lake or pond in which water is collected and stored for use
noun: a natural or artificial place where water is collected and stored for use, esp. water for supplying a community, irrigating land, furnishing power, etc.

reservoir in British English
noun: a natural or artificial lake or large tank used for collecting and storing water, esp for community water supplies or irrigation

reservoir in the Oil and Gas Industry
noun: A reservoir is an area of subsurface rock containing fluid hydrocarbons.

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